Dandolo, Italian Navy submarine
Dandolo is a Toti-class submarine in Venice measuring about 46 meters (151 feet) long, located in the Arsenale della Venezia between Darsena Grande and Canale delle Galeazze. Visitors can step aboard and walk through narrow corridors, the control room, and small cabins where the crew once worked and slept.
The submarine was launched in 1967 and served during the Cold War to monitor Soviet submarines in the Mediterranean Sea. After its decommissioning in 1996, it was preserved as a museum piece and opened to the public.
The vessel is named after Enrico Dandolo, a Venetian leader from centuries past whose role in important events is still remembered today. The name connects Venice's history with its military past in a visible way.
Guided tours through the submarine can be arranged by appointment or on specific museum open days. The corridors are narrow and require careful movement, especially for taller visitors or those with limited mobility.
A rabbit silhouette was drawn on the wheelhouse by the crew, inspired by a well-known magazine logo. This small detail shows the personality of the crew and their sense of fun during service.
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