CIV CONFESERCENTI
CIV
Nervi mare
One of the most beautiful seaside promenades in Italy
NERVI (GE)
Nervi is a charming area to the east of Genoa that, until 1926, was an independent municipality along with the hillside town of Sant’Ilario. Even today, it retains a unique sense of identity.
The name Nervi has several possible origins, but our favourite theory is the Celtic phrase ‘Near av inn,’ meaning ‘near the water.’ This explanation is reflected in the town’s coat of arms.
When visiting Nervi, be sure to explore the local shops and take a leisurely walk along the romantic cliffs, especially at sunset in the spring. It’s a perfect activity to enjoy with a loved one.
In the map of the “Wander, Wonder, Shop” project by Confesercenti, you can search for all the businesses that belong to the 8 CIVs, by name or by product category. You can also explore the individual CIVs and the places of interest in that specific area. There’s a legend below the map to help you figure everything out.
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Useful info
How to reach the CIV
On foot: the main access route is from Via Gianelli and Via Oberdan
By bus: Reachable from Genoa city centre with bus n. 15 or 17
By train: Genoa Nervi Railway Station
By car: The nearest motorway exit is Genova Nervi
Contacts
CIV NERVI MARE
Indirizzo: Via Balbi, 38b – 16123 Genova
Mail: civnervimare2014@gmail.com
Things to see
Here is a list of places of interest related to this CIV, which you can explore further on the map above by looking for the icons of reference:
THINGS TO SEE
The small harbour:
Perhaps not everyone knows that an early version of Nervi’s marina was designed not only to shelter small boats but also to house grain silos to supply the many mills that existed between Nervi and Quinto in the early 1900s. However, the initial projects were unable to withstand the powerful sea storms and ultimately failed. Today, the marina is a delightful spot to enjoy an aperitivo or eat a pizza at one of the many seaside venues.
The Anita Garibaldi Seaside Promenade:
Between the tip of the Portofino promontory in the distance and the little harbor of Nervi lies a two-kilometer terrace overlooking the sea. Behind it are the largest parks in Genoa, home to thousands of different plant species and a splendid rose garden. Many Genoese have fallen in love while sitting on the blue benches, admiring the sunset.
Parks of Nervi:
At the Parks of Nervi, you can expect to find rare and very rare varieties within the Mediterranean green landscape. Discover different types of palms, cedars, araucarias, pepper trees, majestic maritime pines, olive trees, and oleanders. Formed by several gardens that once belonged to the Gropallo, Saluzzo Serra, Grimaldi Fassio, and Luxoro villas, the parks now house important modern and contemporary art museums
Wolfsonian Museum:
The Wolfsonian is part of a group of Museums in Nervi, together with the GAM Gallery of Modern Art, the Giannettino Luxoro Museum and the Raccolte Frugone. The result of donations by US philanthropist Mitchell ‘Micky’ Wolfson Jr., it focuses on the decorative and propaganda arts of the period 1880-1945. Even many Genoese aren’t aware of this jem overlooking the natural beauty of the parks of Nervi.
Curiosities
Here is a list of places of interest related to this CIV, which you can explore further on the map above by looking for the icons of reference:
CURIOSITIES
The Gropallo tower:
Located on the Nervi promenade, this structure was historically known as the Hay Tower. In ancient times, smoke from burning hay soaked in seawater was used here to warn of impending dangers.
Caprafico Beach:
This small beach beneath the state road leading to Nervi, once known only to Genoese locals and now also popular with tourists, is a great spot for sunbathing. This modest unpretentious beach has typical Ligurian charm.
The Sant’Ilario Railway Station:
The famous station featured in the songs by famous Genoese songwriter De André truly exists, though it is now unused. It is definitely worth a visit though, especially for its breathtaking view of the Ligurian Gulf.
Do you want to join the CIV Nervi mare?
Do you have a shop within the perimeter of this CIV? Would you like to join the group and be part of the project? Contact us and we’ll help you find out how!
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