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International Festival of Tall Ships and Maritime Traditions
La Spezia - Molo Italia ● 15.16.17.18 april 2027
From 15 to 18 April 2027, La Spezia will host Velarìa – Scalo alla Spezia, the International Maritime Festival dedicated to tall ships and maritime traditions.
For four days, the city’s waterfront becomes a spectacular seaside setting, where majestic historic sailing ships, historical reenactments, live performances, and Mediterranean culinary traditions come together to create a unique experience rooted in maritime heritage and timeless charm.
An extraordinary opportunity to step aboard the tall shipsdiscover the secrets of traditional navigation and fall in love with La Spezia, a city deeply connected to the sea and rich in history, culture and culinary excellence.
An event to experience, a city to discover, a memory to treasure.
VELARÌA EXPERIENCE
Day trip: Where the sea meets the city.
A day discovering Velarìa and the city of La La Spezia, combining the charm of the tall ships, the local food , wine specialities city’s historical and cultural heritage.
By purchasing the VELARÌA EXPERIENCEyou will enjoy access to the following exclusive services:
- Priority Access to the Tall Ships:priority boarding for ship visits, allowing you to skip the regular queues.
- Exclusive Tasting Experience: a selection of local specialities at the Velarìa Food Market, including a soft drink.
- Guided Tour of La Spezia’s Historic Centre: an itinerary exploring the city’s history, traditions and most iconic landmarks.
- Museum Free Pass: free admission to the city’s museums.
A complete experience designed to offer visitors the very best of Velarìa and La Spezia in a single day.
Group rates: to be confirmed based on the number of participants and the services requested.
VELARÌA SUNSET
Exclusive Experience: The magic of the sea at sunset.
A tour combining the charm of the of the tall ships, the local food and the magic of sunset over the Gulf of La Spezia.
After discovering the wonders of the festival, tasting finest local food specialities and exploring the city’s historic centre, guests can enjoy the most enchanting moment of the day: an exclusive aperitif dinner aboard the Santa Maria Manuela, one of the magnificent tall ships taking part in Velarìa.
Against the stunning backdrop of La Spezia’s waterfront, surrounded by majestic masts, billowing sails and the timeless charm of maritime traditions, sunset sets the scene for an unforgettable experience, turning a day out into a lasting memory.
By purchasing the VELARÌA SUNSETyou will enjoy access to the following exclusive services:
- Priority Access to the Tall Ships:priority boarding for ship visits, allowing you to skip the regular queues.
- Exclusive Tasting Experience: a selection of local specialities at the Velarìa Food Market, including a soft drink.
- Guided Tour of La Spezia’s Historic Centre: an itinerary exploring the city’s history, traditions and most iconic landmarks.
- Museum Free Pass: free admission to the city’s museums.
- An exclusive sunset aperitivo aboard the Santa Maria Manuela:a unique dining experience on a historic tall ship, where the breathtaking views of the Gulf of La Spezia meet the magic of golden hour, offering a truly special way to experience the charm of the sea.
Group rates: to be confirmed based on the number of participants and the services requested.
VELARÌA & LA SPEZIA DISCOVERY
A journey through the sea, culture and traditions
VELARÌA & LA SPEZIA DISCOVERY
A journey through the sea, culture and traditions
An experience that goes beyond the festival, inviting you to discover the charm of La Spezia and its surrounding area, where the history of navigation intertwines with culture, maritime traditions and the landscapes of the Gulf of Poets. A short yet enriching stay, ideal for enjoying the festival atmosphere and discovering the city’s historical and cultural heritage.
3.1. DISCOVERY – 2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT
Velarìa and La Spezia: a weekend of tall ships and culture
A short yet memorable getaway, perfect for soaking up the festival atmosphere while exploring La Spezia’s rich history and cultural heritage.
The package includes:
- Priority Access to the Tall Ships:priority access for visits on board.
- Exclusive Tasting Experience: a selection of local specialities at the Velarìa Food Market, including a soft drink.
- Guided Tour of La Spezia’s Historic Centre: discover the city’s most iconic landmarks.
- Museum Free Pass: free admission to the city’s museums.
- 1-Night Hotel Stay: accommodation in a double room, including bed and breakfast.
Group rates: to be confirmed based on the number of participants and hotel category.
3.2. DISCOVERY – 3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
Velarìa and the Gulf of Poets: discovering the region
A more comprehensive stay that, alongside the festival experiences, offers the opportunity to explore the most picturesque corners of the Gulf of La Spezia, with its seaside villages, coastal panoramas and local traditions.
The package includes:
- Priority Access to the Tall Ships:priority access for visits on board.
- Exclusive Tasting Experience: a selection of local specialities at the Velarìa Food Market, including a soft drink.
- Guided Tour of La Spezia’s Historic Centre: an itinerary exploring the city’s history, culture and traditions.
- Boat Trip to the Cinque Terre
- Museum Free Pass: free admission to the city’s museums.
- 2-Night Hotel Stay: accommodation in a double room, including bed and breakfast.
Group rates: to be confirmed based on the number of participants and the services requested.
Velarìa - Scalo alla Spezia 2027
International Festival of Tall Ships and Maritime Traditions
La Spezia - Molo Italia ● 15.16.17.18 april 2027
Per quattro giorni La Spezia ospiterà un evento unico: grandi velieri storici and Italian Navy sailing vessels ormeggiati al Molo Italia faranno da scenario al Villaggio di Velarìa, uno spazio festoso dove tradizione enogastronomica, musica, performance artistiche e attività per famiglie animeranno il porto e coinvolgeranno il pubblico.
Velarìa Village
Area Food
L'area food sarà uno spazio accogliente e suggestivo, dove riscoprire i sapori autentici del Golfo della Spezia. Protagonisti saranno i prodotti simbolo del territorio, come i muscoli, accanto ai piatti poveri della tradizione, nati dallo stile di vita frugale dei marinai.
Music
Live performances will provide the soundtrack to Velarìa: a true musical journey, bringing together sounds and traditions from different places, united by a shared folk and seafaring spirit.
Maritime
Crafts
At Velarìa, maritime knowledge comes to life through traditional navigation crafts, preserved and renewed across generations.
Historical Re-enactments
Velarìa’s historical re-enactments will turn La Spezia into a vast open-air narrative, inspired by major European events celebrating maritime culture.
Sailing Ships
Historic tall ships and Italian Navy sailing vessels embody the most authentic spirit of maritime tradition and the great naval heritage of the Mediterranean. At Velarìa, queste straordinarie imbarcazioni non saranno solo ammirate ma vissute: apriranno i boccaporti al pubblico offrendo un’esperienza immersiva fatta di visite guidate e rievocazioni di antiche pratiche marinare.
The Mediterranean Route
La Spezia, situata nel cuore di questo bacino straordinario, emerge come luogo ideale per un evento che celebra il patrimonio marittimo e la cultura legata ai grandi velieri storici.
Dal 15 al 18 aprile 2027, diventerà uno degli scali della Via Mediterranea con “VELARÌA – Scalo alla Spezia”, il Festival Marittimo Internazionale nato dall’accordo tra il Comune della Spezia e le città di Sète in Francia e Castellón de la Plana in Spagna, sedi dei celebri festival Escale à Sète ed Escala a Castelló.
Da questa intesa prende forma una rotta ideale che attraversa il Mediterraneo non solo come spazio di navigazione, ma come luogo di scambio vivo e continuo, dove cultura e tradizioni marinare si intrecciano. Velarìa nasce per custodire e tramandare questo patrimonio condiviso, trasformando ogni porto in un approdo di storie, incontri e identità comuni.
Per tre giorni La Spezia diventerà il palcoscenico di un evento unico: alcuni tra i più grandi e antichi velieri europei, insieme alle più prestigiose navi a vela della Marina Militare saranno ormeggiate al Molo Italia. Cittadini, studenti e turisti potranno visitarle vivendo un’esperienza immersiva fatta di visite alle navi, esperienze e laboratori didattici dedicati all’arte della marineria.
Attorno alle imbarcazioni prenderà vita il Villaggio di Velarìa, uno spazio festoso e scenografico dove la tradizione enogastronomica locale, la musica folkloristica ligure e le attività per famiglie e bambini coinvolgeranno il pubblico presente.
Le anime del villaggio
Le anime del villaggio
Area Food
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O.P. Mitilicoltori Spezzini
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Pesto Fiore
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Lucchi e Guastalli
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Il Cuore dei Golosi
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L’Angolo dei Sapori
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Birrificio del Golfo
Music
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Come Voi
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Irene Fornaciari & Federico Biagetti
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Sâdemâ
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L’Occasione
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Malvax
Arti e Mestieri
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Associazione Nave di Carta
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Slackline
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Optiwood Lab
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Revel Sailing Team
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Lega Navale Italiana
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Sea Shepherd
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Lab Mate Artigianato del Mare
Rievocazioni
storiche
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Associazione Senza Tempo
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Amici del Museo Pietro Micca
Velarìa - Scalo alla Spezia
International Festival of Tall Ships and Maritime Traditions
La Spezia ● 20.21.22 March 2026
For three days, La Spezia will host a unique event: historic sailing ships and Italian Navy sailing vessels moored at Molo Italia will provide the backdrop to the “Villaggio di Velarìa”, a festive space where food and wine traditions, folk music and family activities will animate the port and engage the public.
Programme
Velarìa Village
Area Food
L'area food sarà uno spazio accogliente e suggestivo, dove riscoprire i sapori autentici del Golfo della Spezia. Protagonisti saranno i prodotti simbolo del territorio, come i muscoli, accanto ai piatti poveri della tradizione, nati dallo stile di vita frugale dei marinai.
Music
Live performances will provide the soundtrack to Velarìa: a true musical journey, bringing together sounds and traditions from different places, united by a shared folk and seafaring spirit.
Maritime
Crafts
At Velarìa, maritime knowledge comes to life through traditional navigation crafts, preserved and renewed across generations.
Historical Re-enactments
Velarìa’s historical re-enactments will turn La Spezia into a vast open-air narrative, inspired by major European events celebrating maritime culture.
Sailing Ships
Historic tall ships and Italian Navy sailing vessels embody the most authentic spirit of maritime tradition and the great naval heritage of the Mediterranean. At Velarìa, queste straordinarie imbarcazioni non saranno solo ammirate ma vissute: apriranno i boccaporti al pubblico offrendo un’esperienza immersiva fatta di visite guidate e rievocazioni di antiche pratiche marinare.
The Mediterranean Route
For three days, La Spezia will become the stage for a unique event: some of Europe’s largest and oldest tall ships, together with the most prestigious Italian Navy sailing vessels, will be moored at Molo Italia. Citizens, students and visitors will be able to step on board and enjoy an immersive experience through guided tours, stories from the sea, and educational workshops dedicated to the art of seamanship. Surrounding the ships, the Velarìa Village will come to life — a festive waterfront setting where local food and wine traditions, Ligurian folk music and activities for families and children will engage and delight the public.

































