Premio Internazionale LericiPea Golfo dei Poeti
One of the most prestigious Italian poetry awards, since 1954
About Premio LericiPea
A historic poetry award
The Premio Internazionale LericiPea Golfo dei Poeti is one of Italy's most important and long-standing literary recognitions. Founded in 1954, it has linked its name to that of the Gulf of Poets — the stretch of coast between Lerici and La Spezia that inspired Shelley, Byron, and many others — each year celebrating the best poetic output.
The award sections
The award is divided into several sections, including the Published section, dedicated to poetry collections that have been published. A technical jury of critics and poets selects the finalists and the winner, with a prestigious committee chaired by the poet Giuseppe Conte.
A tradition of the Gulf of Poets
Organised by the Associazione LericiPea, the award has honoured leading voices in Italian poetry since its inception — Giorgio Caproni was recognised as early as 1954. The ceremony, held between Lerici and La Spezia during the summer, confirms the deep connection of this territory with culture and the poetic word.
Premio LericiPea — edition 2026
For the 2026 edition of the Premio LericiPea, the Published section has identified three finalists: Azzurra D'Agostino with "Cosmic latte" (Marcos y Marcos), Alessandro Fo with "Luci e eclissi" (Einaudi), and Giuseppe Grattacaso with "Dei vertebrati, degli invertebrati" (Interno Poesia).
The technical jury, chaired by Giuseppe Conte, is composed of Massimo Bacigalupo, Manuel Cohen, Francesco Napoli, Davide Rondoni, and Stefano Verdino. The award ceremony will be held during the summer between Lerici and La Spezia.
Programme Premio LericiPea 2026
Published Section — 2026 finalists
- Azzurra D'Agostino — "Cosmic latte" (Marcos y Marcos)
- Alessandro Fo — "Luci e eclissi" (Einaudi)
- Giuseppe Grattacaso — "Dei vertebrati, degli invertebrati" (Interno Poesia)
The date and venue of the award ceremony, during the summer between Lerici and La Spezia, will be announced by the Associazione LericiPea.
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Where and when
The events and the award ceremony take place between Lerici and La Spezia during the summer. Precise dates to be announced by the Associazione LericiPea.
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