In the early twentieth century, a rich entrepreneur from Milan decided to build several elegant houses surrounded by beautiful gardens, along part of the Cervia coastline. This is why, a lot of wealthy families from the Milan upper and middle class began spending their holidays in the newly built resort, which soon became Milano Marittima. Today, it is one of the most loved and refined destinations along the Adriatic Coast. 

When designing Milano Marittima, the founder was inspired by the idea of the “garden-city” (a concept developed at the end of the 19^th century in England). That is why, he built the new resort in the middle of the pinewood, at a short walking distance from the beach.

In the 1920s and 1930s, Milano Marittima became the destination for prominent figures from the world of culture and art, such as the novelist and Nobel Prize Grazia Deledda, and the poets Ungaretti and Luzi.

In the 1980s, Milano Marittima became the place-to-be during the hot Italian summers, with an upscale clientele enjoying nights at the discos and tennis tournaments with the participation of some of the most famous tennis champions. 

Milano Marittima is today the preferred destination of an élite clientele for its exclusive ambience, trendy clubs, lush greenery, beautiful beaches, culture, sightseeing and, most of all, excellent wining and dining.