Starting today, Piazza Unità and all its reception areas are open to the public.

The large Barcolana Infopoint, this year more beautiful than ever, welcomes contestants and whomever wants to find out more about the Barcolana; furnished by Calligaris, it is the place to find out about all the events and how to enjoy them. The Prosecco Doc and PromoTurismoFVG lounges host events, welcome the Barcolana’s guests and, above all, promote the local area. The Deep Blue Exploration Zone is the innovative exhibition stand created through a collaboration between Wendy Schmidt and the Protected Marine Area of Miramare. It offers a unique immersive experience, giving visitors the opportunity to explore the wonders of the marine world through evocative videos of ocean expeditions by the Schmidt Ocean Institute and footage of the Gulf of Trieste. Dedicated to discovering the deep sea and protecting ecosystems, the Deep Blue Exploration Zone takes visitors on a journey through underwater canyons, hydrothermal springs, and mysterious creatures of the deep, such as bioluminescent organisms and giant worms. The installation also celebrates the biodiversity of the Gulf of Trieste by showcasing the protected species of the Miramare sea area, including colourful nudibranchs and schools of barracuda. In addition to providing a breathtaking visual experience, the stand invites visitors to reflect on the importance of marine conservation. Open to the public until 13 October, it hosts guided tours for schools from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and marine-themed fun activities for families and children organised by the Marine Protected Area's education staff, available every day from 3 p.m. and on weekends from 9 a.m. until evening.