Walking routes

Introduction — A Romantic Sunset Stroll in Marina di Ravenna Marina di Ravenna, the seaside gateway to the historic city of Ravenna, is a lovely spot for a couple’s evening out. About 7 kilometres from Ravenna’s center, this coastal resort is known for its long sandy beach, elegant marinas and broad seafront promenades along the Adriatic. A romantic sunset stroll here blends salty air, shifting sky colours, the gentle lap of waves and views that…

Introduction — In the Footsteps of the Byzantines: why Ravenna belongs on your list Ravenna, a small town on Italy’s Adriatic coast, is an open-air history book where Byzantine art found an exceptional refuge. Between the 5th and 8th centuries Ravenna became the capital of the Western Empire and later the seat of Byzantine power in Italy; the city still preserves an ensemble of mosaic-covered monuments whose quality and state of conservation rank among the…

Introduction — Morning Stroll Through Mosaics and Canals in Ravenna Ravenna is a city where history is written into the very pavement and walls: a setting of dazzling Byzantine mosaics, carefully domed basilicas and quiet waterways that recall the town’s former role as a maritime crossroads. A morning walk in Ravenna is the perfect way to take in this heritage in the soft light of sunrise, when crowds are still thin, cafés are opening their…