8-9 MAY 2026

Two nights discovering the fortified heritage

Cervia joins the Night of Fortresses, the European initiative that celebrates the historical heritage of fortified cities through special openings, guided tours, and evocative evening experiences.

On May 8 and 9, 2026, the city of salt invites you to embark on a journey through past and present, discovering its most authentic roots: from the fortifications of the historic center to the more recent traces of history along the coastline.
As evening falls, symbolic landmarks and often little-known spaces open to the public, offering new perspectives, stories, and curiosities.

An opportunity to explore Cervia in an intimate and engaging atmosphere, where culture, sea, and memory come together.

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FREE GUIDED TOURS

Exclusive journeys between sea and memory

by the seaside

Walk among the bunkers and Dragon’s Teeth

An evocative experience along the seafront of Milano Marittima, from traces of military archaeology to a united Europe.

The tour leads you to discover bunkers and fortifications, with the opportunity to enter the Regelbau 668 bunker and also visit the Tobruk bunkers and the “Dragon’s Teeth,” anti-tank obstacles that symbolize coastal defense.
A journey through historical memory and reflection on contemporary Europe.

Program
May 8

1st session: 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
2nd session: 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Itinerary

Meeting point: Viale Oriani, corner of Viale 2 Giugno – at the ferry crossing on the Milano Marittima side.
The tour opens with a talk by historian Luca Bagnolini, “From the ashes to unity: how the European Union was born.”
The experience continues with a walk to discover hidden and unusual details of recent history, set against the evocative backdrop of the Milano Marittima seafront.
The visit also includes the opportunity to enter the large Regelbau 668 bunker from the Second World War, accompanied by the CRB 360° Association.

Maximum 25 participants per session

Free tour – booking required
+39 0544.724.24
info@discovercervia.com

Program
May 9

6:15 pm – 7:00 pm
Meeting point: Hotel Aurelia

The evening begins with the conference “Second World War Bunkers on the Adriatic Coast: Research Between Military Archaeology and Contemporary Archaeology” presented by UNIBO researchers Federico Orsacchi, Luca Fraternale, and Marianna Bucchioni.
The goal is to keep alive the history and events that marked the wartime period, offering opportunities for reflection by looking at the past critically and consciously, to better interpret the present.

7:00 pm – 7:40 pm
On-site aperitif
An informal and interactive moment during which attendees can engage with the researchers, ask questions, and share curiosities and reflections.

7:40 pm – 8:40 pm
Visit to the Bunkers and Dragon’s Teeth

The experience continues with a walk uncovering hidden and unusual details of recent history, set against the evocative backdrop of the Milano Marittima seafront. The tour includes the opportunity to enter the large Second World War Regelbau 668 bunker, accompanied by the CRB 360° Association.

Maximum 25 participants

Free tour – booking required
+39 0544.724.24
info@discovercervia.com

In the town center

Cervia Nuova: history and secrets of a unique fortification

A guided tour through the heart of the historic center to discover Cervia Città Nuova, a unique example of a fortified city.

Starting from the Salt Museum, the journey explores the Quadrilatero, the Salt Warehouses, the San Michele Tower, and the salt workers’ houses.
Through stories, curiosities, and hidden details, the history of the “white gold” and the community that shaped the city’s identity comes to life.