The evocative name is not enough to completely make the idea of one of the most beautiful bays of our peninsula: we are talking about the Bay of Silence.
The kilometers of Ligurian coastline between cliffs and natural bays attract many tourists every year, but among the coves not to be missed there is definitely the Baia del Silenzio.
Where is Bay of Silence? It is located in Sestri Levante, a village of the Ligurian Riviera characterized by a conformation that allows the overlooking the Gulf of Tigullio and the division into two barias (Baia delle Favole and Baia del Silenzio).
Bay of Silence, history
The Bay of Silence is a suggestive glimpse of Sestri Levante because it is characterized by a crescent-shaped piece of sand, a wall of pastel colored houses and a particular view, that of Punta Manara to the west.
Why is the Bay of Silence so? To rename this corner was the Ligurian poet Giovanni Descalzo, who was struck by the silence and peace of this place almost stopped in time.
Bay of Silence: beach and activities
The Baia del Silenzio seems a distant place able to fascinate and make you reconnect mind and body, but it is also one of the most beautiful beaches of the Ligurian Riviera.
The colorful houses frame a beach with fine sand accessible to all, thanks to the platform that allows you to reach the beach with prams and strollers.
This corner of paradise, thanks to the crystal clear water, allows you to snorkel and explore the seabed and its waters.
You can also participate in one of the rowing, canoeing and sailing courses organized by the Italian Naval League of Sestri Levante.
Alternatively you can explore the bay better by paddling in a canoe or on a SUP board, both of which can be rented at the Info point.
To date you need to book a place to the Bay of Silence: Sestri Levante has decided to limit the negative effects of tourism on the ecosystem of the bay by providing a toll-free number to call to book your place for free.
The village of Sestri Levante
The Bay of Silence and its free beach is just one of the attractions of the city. After spending the morning at sea, in fact, you can leave to discover Sestri Levante.
The colorful houses hide from the visitor some of the most impressive villas in the area, such as Palazzo Negrotto Cambiaso and Villa Gualino.
The journey to discover the beauties of Sestri Levante cannot skip some religious places, from the medieval church of San Nicolò dell’Isola to the Capuchin Convent.
Not to be missed is also the Rizzi Art Gallery, where you can admire ceramics by local craftsmen and works by Flemish artists.
What to do in Sestri Levante
It was 1980 when in Sestri Levante was built a marine aquarium with four tanks containing some creatures of our seas: Some species are housed for a short time and then released into the water while others live permanently in the tanks.
Walking along the Baia del Silenzio you can take a path that allows you to reach the promontory of Punta Manara. Once there, the view is breathtaking.
Bike lovers can explore the beauty of the promontory of Punta Manara also riding their mountain bike.
Those who love culture can participate in cultural initiatives including evening shows, entertainment and activities designed for children and adults.
Baia del Silenzio: hotel, B&B and other accommodation
Those who want to visit Sestri Levante and its surroundings can choose various solutions in which to stay according to their holiday idea and their economic availability. You can discover the Bay of Silence by staying in hotel, B&B and camping.
What to eat in Sestri Levante
You can not miss the taste of the typical dishes of Ligurian cuisine during the visit to Sestri Levante and the Baia del Silenzio: every restaurant with a view and local scattered in the city offers typical dishes.
In the heart of the Gulf of Tigullio is spoiled for choice even when it comes to cooking, from raw seafood to Bagnun anchovies up to ravioli with squid and pine nuts and sea bream ligure you risk not stop eating. You can not miss the taste of chickpea porridge and focaccia.
Events not to be missed
Sestri Levante hosts various events throughout the year including traditional events, food and wine festivals and musical events.
Among the events not to be missed are the Barcarolata (parade on the sea), The Wine Revolution (meeting with winemakers against the current), the Andersen Run (opening race of the week of celebration of the Andersen Prize), the Bread and Oil (event that celebrates the harvest and the Ligurian EVO oil from the brand D.O.P.), the Bagnun of anchovies (festival of the typical fish soup) and the Mojotic (summer festival).
