Outer Pier

This is the most imposing and notable marine work in Marina di Loano. 6m high and lying on 60m-wide foundations, the pier's main function is to make the marina a safe place even in the most adverse weather and sea conditions. The outer layer of its main ballast is made up of granite rocks weighing up to 12 tons each, while the upper layer is covered in Carrara marble blocks. On the top of the breakwater wall, over 5m above sea level, lies the 800m long Seafront Promenade, a prolongation of the town’s promenade leading to the far end of the pier, where a characteristic sundial is found. Inside the wall, around 140 car parking spaces are available, along with bathroom blocks, both for public use and for that of the marina guests. On the inner side of the pier the docks host berths for boats longer than 16m.