The town of Lavagna is very close to Chiavari. The two towns are separated by the Entella River.
The two towns are connected by several bridges, including a beautiful medieval bridge, one of the most beautiful in Italy, the Ponte della Maddalena.
In the Middle Ages, the town belonged to the Fieschi family, who built their fortress in the town. It was a wealthy town by the standards of the Middle Ages.
These days, the well-being of the city's residents is ensured by the city's beautiful beaches, as well as the bay, where more than a thousand yachts are usually moored.
The historic city center is located a short distance from the sea. It is accessible from the port by Via Nuova Italia.
One of the main monuments of the city is the Church of San Stefano, which was founded in the 10th century. In 1653, this church was rebuilt in Baroque style.