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Practical info — Loano

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📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

  • Stroll along the 2km palm-lined Lungomare (promenade) featuring beautiful gardens and art fountains.
  • Visit the large weekly market held every Friday morning near Via delle Caselle for local produce and clothing.
  • Explore the modern Marina di Loano at sunset for great views of luxury yachts and the coastline.
  • Take a short trip inland to visit the Caves of Toirano, some of the most important prehistoric caves in Europe.
  • Look for the circular Church of San Giovanni Battista in the center, known for its unique large dome.

🍽 Food

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Sorrisi di Loano

Try these local chocolates made with hazelnuts and white chocolate, found in pastry shops.

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Trenette al Pesto

Enjoy the classic Ligurian pasta with fresh basil pesto in the old town's 'carruggi' eateries.

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Focaccia

Pick up a warm, salty slice of traditional Ligurian focaccia from a local bakery for lunch.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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The Carruggi

The narrow alleys of the historic center are lined with characterful boutiques and craft shops.

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Friday Market

One of the largest in the area, excellent for local specialties, clothes, and household goods.

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Church of San Giovanni Battista

Visit this unique circular church with its 50-meter-high dome for a moment of peace.

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Palazzo Doria gardens

The area around the 16th-century town hall has a quiet escape from the busy promenade.

Loano is a splendid coastal town on the renowned Riviera delle Palme in Liguria, Italy. Known for its exceptionally mild climate throughout the year, the town has been a favored seaside resort since the late 19th century. Its beautiful historic center is characterized by pastel-colored houses, narrow alleys, and grand palazzos, creating an appealing backdrop to the lively coastal atmosphere and the modern marina. The beaches in Loano are highly organized, featuring smooth pebbles and soft sand, convenient for comfortable sunbathing. Visitors have a wide choice of beach clubs, including Bagni Miramare, Bagni Comunali Medusa, Bagni Solemare, and Bagni Torino. Further along the coast, one can find Bagni Murena, Bagni A Modo Mio, Bagni Marilena, and Bagni Kusraal. For a classic experience, the Spiaggia libera, Bagni Virginia, Bagni Florida, and Bagni Nettuno offer great services and clear waters. The palm-lined promenade is well-suited for evening strolls, offering numerous gelaterias and restaurants serving fresh Ligurian seafood and traditional pesto. Easily accessible by train on the Genoa-Ventimiglia line or by car via the Autostrada dei Fiori, Loano is a prime destination for Italian and international tourists alike.

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Geography

Population
11,014
Coordinates
44.12884, 8.25996

Facts

  • Located on the Ligurian Riviera.
  • Has an exceptionally mild climate year-round.
  • Features a long, palm-lined seaside promenade.
  • Both sandy and fine pebble beaches can be found.
  • Boasts a modern marina and yacht port.
  • The historic center is characterized by pastel houses.
  • An excellent place to taste original Ligurian pesto.
  • Offers many well-equipped, elegant beach clubs.

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Sights in the town Loano (12)

Muro di San Sebastiano🏺 historical

Muro di San Sebastiano is a section of the 16th-century city wall in Loano.

Locomotiva FTN 9📍 landmark

Locomotiva FTN 9 is an old locomotive attraction located in the town of Loano.

Ponte romano sul Nimbalto📍 landmark

Ponte romano sul Nimbalto is a historical Roman bridge structure attracting visitors in Loano.

Bagni Miramare🎡 recreation

Bagni Miramare is a relaxing beach resort located along the coast of Loano.

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Bagni Comunali Medusa🎡 recreation

Bagni Comunali Medusa has seaside amenities as a popular beach resort in Loano.

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Bagni Torino🎡 recreation

Bagni Torino is a lido with Liberty-style architecture and a saltwater pool.

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Caduti del mare🏺 historical

Caduti del mare is a solemn monument in Loano honoring those lost at sea.

Casa natale di Rosa Raimondi📍 landmark

Casa natale di Rosa Raimondi is the birthplace of the Italian poet Rosa Raimondi.

Museo del Mare🏛 museum

Museo del Mare is a maritime museum housed in a former monastery in Loano.

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Chiesa di Sant'Agostino⛪ religious

Sant'Agostino in Loano is located in the old town near the harbor.

Santuario Monte Carmelo⛪ religious

Carmelite sanctuary on a hill overlooking Loano.

Chiesa Parrocchiale Santa Maria Immacolata⛪ religious

Santa Maria Immacolata in Loano is the main church of the town, with a dome.

Frequently asked questions

Loano: where is it located?
Loano is located in Italy.
Loano: what is there to see?
Highlights include Muro di San Sebastiano, Locomotiva FTN 9, Ponte romano sul Nimbalto.
Loano: why is it worth visiting?
Loano is a splendid coastal town on the renowned Riviera delle Palme in Liguria, Italy.
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