Museo della Marineria

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The Museo della Marineria in Cesenatico is a singular maritime museum that blends the rustic charm of a historic port with the dynamic experience of living vessels. Housed in a former naval arsenal, the museum features a Ground Section that showcases traditional Adriatic fishing boats, rigging, and maritime tools, while the Floating Section contains ten preserved boats that moor daily in the old canal, their colorful sails often displayed for visitors to admire. The museum also includes the Antiquarium, a dedicated space for Roman and medieval artifacts, and the Casa Moretti, a writer‑turned‑museum dedicated to patriotic poet Marino Moretti, whose home‑museum offers a glimpse into local literary history. Interactive workshops and guided tours for families, schools, and maritime enthusiasts highlight the art of sail‑making, knot‑tying, and navigation. Whether you are a history buff, a sea‑lovers, a school group, or simply a curious traveler, the Museo della Marineria provides a vivid, hands‑on exploration of the Adriatic’s maritime heritage.

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• Sezione a Terra
• Sezione Galleggiante
• Antiquarium
• Casa Moretti
• Interactive Workshops

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• Typical visit: about 3 hours

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