Giardini Lowe

The Lowe Gardens are public gardens in central Bordighera, donated in 1902 by English entrepreneur Henry Löwe for the rest of older people and those in fragile health. Their paths pass beneath mature olive trees and shaded greenery, with flowerbeds and an open-air performance area among the olives.

Why it matters

The gardens preserve a clear example of nineteenth-century philanthropy in Bordighera. Löwe also contributed land for the Victoria Hall and the Tennis Club, linking the garden to the civic and cultural life of the town’s British community.

What to notice

The olive trees, shaded paths and flowerbeds define the garden’s character. The Arena degli Ulivi, set among the trees, hosts concerts, performances and cultural events outdoors during the summer season.

Context and history

The Municipality records the gardens as a public gift made in 1902 by Henry Löwe, with the stated aim of providing rest for older people and those in fragile health. They remain municipal gardens and continue to serve as a green public space in the centre of Bordighera.