Varazze

Varazze sits on the Ligurian Sea in Liguria, where wooded coastal slopes meet the Gulf of Genoa. This town on the Italian Riviera developed as a maritime and shipbuilding centre during the Middle Ages, a legacy reflected in its compact historic core and long relationship with the water. The parish church of Sant’Ambrogio stands among the old lanes, while the seafront leads towards Lungomare Europa, a pedestrian and cycle route laid along a former railway line between Varazze and Cogoleto. Beaches, small harbours and Mediterranean vegetation define the shoreline. See how Varazze relates to the Ligurian coast by browsing webcams nearby.

Liguria is best known within Italy for the Cinque Terre, five historic coastal villages set above the Ligurian Sea. This narrow north-western region runs between the sea and the Ligurian Alps and Apennines, giving it a densely settled coastline, steep terraces and compact inland valleys. Genoa, its capital, developed as one of the Mediterranean’s great maritime powers; its old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The region is also closely associated with pesto alla Genovese, traditionally made with basil, pine nuts, garlic, cheese and olive oil. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Liguria.

Among the countries of southern Europe, Italy stands out for its Mediterranean coastline and cities marked by the legacy of ancient Rome. The Alps form its northern frontier, while the Apennines run down the peninsula and the Po crosses the broad plain of the north. Rome’s Colosseum and Roman Forum recall the ancient empire; Florence is closely associated with the Renaissance, and Venice is built across a lagoon on the Adriatic. Food changes markedly between regions, from olive-oil cooking in the south to rice dishes in the Po Valley. Sicily and Sardinia add distinct island identities to a country whose regions retain strong local character. Explore nearby webcam locations that provide complementary perspectives on Italy’s coasts, cities and mountains.