Bocadasse Beach in Genoa is celebrated for its charm and historical significance. This small, picturesque cove features a cobblestone shore and vibrant, colorful houses. Situated in the Albaro neighborhood, it falls within the Municipio VIII - Medio Levante area, which also encompasses the Foce and San Martino neighborhoods. The beach is flanked by Via Felice Cavallotti to the west, Via Caprera to the north, and Via Capo di Santa Chiara to the east. Bocadasse is a historic mariners' village that has retained its original urban layout despite the 20th-century building expansion. It is renowned for its pastel-colored houses, ice cream shops, restaurants, bakeries, bars, and art galleries.
The village also hosts the Saint Anthony of Padua Church, which faces Corso Italia to the east and a panoramic square dedicated to the Genoese poet to the west.
According to legend, the history of Bocadasse dates back to the 10th century when Spanish fishermen sought refuge from a stormy sea. The village was part of the rural municipality of San Francesco d'Albaro until 1873, when it was incorporated into the municipality of Genoa along with the current neighborhoods of San Martino, Foce, Marassi, Staglieno, and San Fruttuoso.
To visit Bocadasse Beach, you can take the Trenitalia from Genova Brignole station to Genova Sturla station and then walk about 15 minutes to the beach. The beach is serene and laid-back, featuring rounded rocks and pebbles instead of sand. There is one lifeguard on duty and a small boardwalk that guides you down to the waterfront.