Marche - Marche. Italy: The best resorts of the Marche Marche region on the map of Italy

It is about her, about the central part of Italy, about the Marche province, that I would like to tell the world today ... The beauty of this province is that the sights are scattered throughout its territory, and not concentrated in several large cities. And in almost every, even the smallest settlement, you can find such a cultural value that takes your breath away ...

I invite you to go with me to a place where there are not so many tourists, but there are more than enough historical and cultural values ​​... Where people have not lost their friendliness. Where the culinary traditions are still preserved. Where prices are still affordable. And a hotel room or a rented apartment can take you for a vacation without exceeding the cost beyond the limits of a reasonable…

And where, you ask, is this paradise?

I invite you to the Marche province. And to begin with, I propose to look at the map ... See? Let's try the method "on the contrary", i.e. from "opposite". The Marche border strip on its northern side is only 40 km. from the promoted "Russian" resort of Rimini. Arriving in Rimini, you will receive maximum care for yourself almost from the plane ladder - starting with restaurants, sunbeds and umbrellas on the beach ... you will be promptly asked to part with your hard-earned ... Unpretentious beach hotels on the principle of "bed-place", "shopping tours" or "gastronomic" according to your taste and wallet size, excursions to distant lands and to a distant kingdom at fabulous prices, of course, because Rome, Venice and Florence are within 3-4 hours from Rimini. And most importantly! Everywhere they are waiting for you and everywhere they speak Russian friendly... Even in the state of San Marino (where you will certainly be asked to go from Rimini), shop assistants of a tiny but self-sufficient state will offer you bags, wines and brands in our native language... There you go I'll I don't invite. You can go there on your own and without any fear of getting lost, but for fear of losing "everything that is acquired by overwork."

We continue to study the map ... Such a green part of Italy ... in the middle part ... Exactly! Located between the Apennines and the Adriatic Sea. Here ... In the north it borders on Emilia Romagna (here is the famous Rimini, about which I have already given a little information), on the Republic of San Marino (I also already mentioned), we look to the east - Tuscany and Umbria. We look to the south - from Lazio and Abruzzi ...

One of the advantages of the Marche lies in the neighborhood. The region has absorbed all the best from numerous neighbors, without losing its traditions. The successful neighborhood affected literally all areas: culture, art, employment, and, of course, cuisine ... Exactly! Diversity- favorably distinguishes the Marche region from other provinces of Italy.

Second advantage- sea! You can object to me, especially if you splashed in the coastal waters of Rimini, they say, the Adriatic Sea is shallow, not picturesque, not interesting ... That's right, off the coast of Rimini and a little to the south, it looks exactly like that. This is the region of Emilia-Romagna. However! The beaches near Ancona (the capital of the Marche) impress with their beauty and are among the 10 most beautiful beaches in Italy ... The mountainous terrain gave the province the freshest air and mountain rivers: Metauro (Metauro), Cesano (Cesano), Tronto (Tronto), Potenza (Potenza), Esino. Are you looking at a map? Or am I alone admiring these natural gifts of the province? All these rivers flow into the Adriatic Sea. "So what?" - you ask.

And the fact that thanks to the desalination of sea water by mountain rivers, the inhabitants of the bottom feel great in such water ... And here you have numerous fishing ports, bazaars, shops and fish restaurants. And it is no coincidence that Brodetto, a soup made from freshly caught fish and seafood, is considered a traditional Marche dish. What was caught in the morning, then it landed in the soup. But even Brodetto in each city is prepared in its own way. This soup cannot be called a soup, in the usual sense for us ... This is a “huge sea platter” with a little broth and croutons for soaking. Why am I writing this? Here is a photo.

Does it look like soup? And, of course, you need to eat soup where fish are caught, therefore, on the coast. For example, we look at the map from north to south: Pesaro, Fano, Civitanova, San Benedetto del Tronto. All these cities have a fishing port, which means there are plenty of fish to cook delicious Brodetto!

So, the Adriatic Sea on one side and the mountains on the other. Such geographical limitation and inaccessibility from ancient times forced the region to develop independently. So Marke grew into a powerful and self-sufficient ... Forest - gave paper and furniture! Forest ... "And in the forest - there are flowers, berries, mushrooms," as the song of the children's cartoon sings. This is true. The famous Tartuffo mushrooms! Hmmm ... Again about food ?!

You see, they have already forgotten about the sea ... That's right, why lie on the beach when the best fashionable shoes are produced in Marche ... Let's jump into the car and into the factories! To the city of Macerata or Ascoli - Pecheno. What about clothes? Personally, I like Italian brands without a big name. You can do without factories, but just stroll through the shops of the cities of Fano and Pesaro, and here you will find something to please yourself with…

Of course, I would very much not want you to get the impression of me as a person with eternally hungry eyes. But I can't help but write about the fact that the region is rich in its olive oil, and its own excellent wine, and cheese for every taste. Pecorino cheese, which I love, is made from sheep's milk here. And if it is still from the pit... After all, with the cheese from the pit, in Marche they cook delicious ravioli. They resemble our dumplings with cottage cheese, but again, as in the case of fish soup, they have nothing to do with our dumplings.

My God! I have already written so much, but not a single word about the sights. Incredible! When I was going to write an article, I thought about what to write there, quickly about this, but about that. But it turns out that it’s not even an article at all ... It looks like Marquet claims to be a whole book ...

Well ... Let's talk about the sights then. Again, back to geography. The very name of the province - Marche in translation in ancient German means "mark" or "border". In the 11th century, the territory of the Marche became the border of the Holy Roman Empire. So it stuck: the border of the Roman Empire - the Marche.

If we turn to historical facts, the Marche region has been inhabited since the Neolithic. There is evidence that Balkan and Greek tribes lived in this area as early as 2-3 millennium BC. They lived - did not grieve until the Romans became interested in the strategic lands of the region. Ancona (the capital of the Marche) was already the most important trading port! Ancona! Isn't this city worth visiting?! Don't you want to be on the square, where trade relations were built and history was made even before our era? But many people go to Ancona just to plunge into the beautiful sea ... Oh, though ... To be honest, I also really want to go to the beautiful sea!

One day, I read in one of the sources that pirates often hunted in these parts and the population was forced to flee from them to the mountains, here you have migration ... This story with pirates evoked memories of sea adventures on the pages of the book "Captain Blood's Odyssey" » Rafael Sabatini. And what was my surprise that the writer Sabatini was a native of these places. It’s clear, it’s clear how not to write about the sea, being by the sea ... in the thick of things, so to speak ...

It should be noted that the province of Marche gave Italy and the world famous composers, opera singers, architects and artists, writers, mathematicians and teachers. And even one famous motorcycle racer - Valentino Rossi. I will not compile a list of the names of all these figures, because each of them is part of the history of his city ... So it would be more correct to tell about each of them at the place of his birth. Unfortunately, this article will no longer contain the stories of all eminent natives. Somehow we so smoothly dived into the field of culture and art ... It was the pirates who knocked us off course, and we were talking about the “desired” territory.

In a word, someone always claimed for a well-located region ... There was a period when it was captured by the French ... And only in 1869 the Marche region found peace, when the Italian state finally united.

Well, that's, perhaps, all that can be told looking at the map ... In a word, they said "Hello, Mark!"

But for starters, so to speak, I want to, by virtue of my writing ability, lift the curtain on the natural beauties of the province.

Traveling by car is extremely pleasant because the road winds between
picturesque green hills, you can always make a stop and enjoy the views ... And along the way, drop by a winery or a small farm where olive oil is harvested. Or maybe ... for wine or for cheese from the pit ...

The historical heritage of the Marche fits very harmoniously into the hilly landscape: from small villages on the peaks to castles and palaces. Delightful and lonely standing churches, cathedrals, old villas of the local nobility, as a rule, these views have already been captured on the canvases of famous artists and may well become your successful photograph.

If you choose to travel along the Adriatic Sea, then you will find a flat sandy coast, periodically separated by low hills, and in some places by steep cliffs. Therefore, the choice of a beach holiday depends only on your desire and mood ... Today it can be kilometers of sand and a wide, lively beach, and tomorrow - a secluded cove or a stone rock, which for the moment will belong only to you and the open Adriatic Sea.

Nature… Or maybe you want to see snow-capped peaks, mountain rivers and waterfalls? Then it is towards Umbria, towards the Apennines. There you will also find thermal springs, both drinking and bathing ... And all this - Marche!

Do not want to go to the mountains and the forest? Do you want city hangouts and narrow European streets? Everything is for you!

Each of the towns of the Marche resembles a setting for a medieval play: gray or orange tiled roofs, paved promenade streets, large and small squares, in the summer season, in which, as a rule, some action takes place in the evenings. They sing, dance, declare poems, sell local products or relax in cafes ... And all these miracles are concentrated on an area of ​​​​9.7 thousand square kilometers (3.2% of the entire territory of Italy). A small area with incredible diversity within its territory… Well, everything! I hope this information is enough for you to say to yourself: “I want to go to Mark!” I hope that you will not regret your choice for a minute... I, in turn, promise that I will write more articles about each of the towns and their amazing stories...

On the Adriatic, good seaside resorts are located in the region Marche(Marche), just south of Rimini and Ravenna. Here are the inexpensive resorts of Milan Marittima, Bellaria, Cesenatico. This region has one of the most developed resort infrastructures - many sports facilities, several water parks, concerts, festivals and performances are held throughout the season.

The province of Marche owns 180 kilometers of the Adriatic coast. Local beaches are divided into two types.

The first are quite large and lively centers with an active nightlife, a mass of foreign tourists and an endless wall of hotels along the promenade. These include, for example, Gabicce Mare(Gabicce Mare) Pesaro(Pesaro) and San Benedetto del Tronto(San Benedetto del Tronto).

The second type includes smaller resorts, with small beaches and a predominance of rented villas and apartments. In such places, Italians usually rest with their families.

On a rocky peninsula Monte Conero(Monte Conero) you can find corners that do not fall under these two categories. Mysterious caves and white limestone cliffs are completely different from the traditional Adriatic landscapes that stretch from Trieste to Gargano.

Almost all the resorts of the Marche have a very short season - the influx of tourists here is especially large from mid-July to the third week of August. So it is better to come here in June or late August - early September. The weather is still quite warm, and there are already much fewer people. Most resorts are closed from mid-September to mid-May.

Although all resorts have two or three public beaches, they are often located in the least attractive areas of the territory and are not as well maintained as paid areas. If you're looking for a real "Italian beach" experience, head to the inexpensive beach, where the sunbeds are lined up almost right next to each other and the sky above them is covered by a forest of parasols. If you are staying at a hotel, then, most likely, the cost of visiting a well-equipped hotel beach will be included in the package.

Pesaro

Capital Marche, Pesaro is a picturesque old town whose streets inevitably lead you to the sea. Like many Italian beaches, the 3-kilometer coastal strip is completely covered with umbrellas and sun loungers, but, fortunately, it is not so crowded with vacationers as to deny yourself the pleasure of swimming on the city beach. Separate sections of the beach are paid. To the north of the city center is a more secluded beach surrounded by green hills - Baia Flaminia(Baia Flaminia). If you go out of town, to the side Fano(Fano), you will reach real "wild" beaches.

Fano

Ancient Roman colony in the past, today Fano- a prosperous port city and very attractive for tourists. Railway tracks separate the Old Town from the modern bustling resort, stretching along two spacious beaches. Southern Spiaggia Sassonha(Spiaggia Sassonia) - pebbly, with a long and wide promenade. Northern Spiaggia Lido(Spiaggia Lido) - smaller, sandy, with the same rows of umbrellas and more crowded.

Between the beaches there is a small fishing harbor where you can enjoy the freshest fish and seafood. From the north and south, Fano is surrounded by a necklace of small free beaches, mostly deserted.

San Benedetto del Tronto

One of the main summer resorts in the south of the Marche. More than 7,000 palm trees are planted along the wide promenade, giving the coast a tropical flavor. There are quite a lot of vacationers here during the season, but since the beach is quite extensive (8 kilometers of sand), there is enough space for everyone. If you like to sunbathe and swim during the day, and plunge into the colorful nightlife of the city in the evenings, this is the place for you.

The prettiest part of the beach is the southern one. The main hotels and restaurants are also concentrated here. In the northern part there is a large fishing port, which reduces the attractiveness for swimmers. But there are more free approaches to the sea.

Other beaches

Between Fano and San Benedetto del Tronto there is a chain of small resorts. This, for example, Portonovo(Portonovo) with picturesque hills approaching the sea and a narrow strip of sandy beach, sirollo(Sirolo) and Numana(Numana) with secluded beaches in bays that can only be reached by boat. Beach in Porto Recanati(Porto Recanati) - sand and pebble and not too crowded with tourists, near a pebble beach in Pedaso(Pedaso) grow mussels so you don't have to travel far from your sunbed to feast on the freshest clams. narrow beach in Porto Sant'Elpidio(Porto Sant "Elpidio) is protected from immodest eyes by a lush pine forest, and near a small and quiet sandy beach in Cupra Marittima(Cupra Marittima) is an interesting museum of sea shells.

The entire territory of the Marche is covered with hills and mountains, the flat areas are limited by the coastal strip. The highest mountain range in the region, one of the first four in height in all the Apennines, is called Monti Sibillini and is located in the middle of the provinces of Fermo, Ascoli Piceno and Macerata. The coast is interrupted approximately in the middle by Cape Conero, which divides it into two sections. Mount Conero is located on the cape, whose limestone cliffs spectacularly hang over the sea - this is the highest point of the entire Adriatic coast, the height of the rocks exceeds 500 meters above sea level. Conero protects the Gulf of Ancona from the north, where the port of the same name is located.

Urbino Historic Center / Shutterstock.com

The climate on the coast is temperate: summers are hot here, but it is refreshed by a pleasant sea breeze, and winters are cold. In mountainous regions, summers are warm and winters are harsh, with a high probability of snowfalls. The main cities of the Marche are the capital of Ancona, Pesaro, Urbino, Macerata, Fermo and Ascoli Piceno.

Tourism

Marche is a real discovery for lovers of diverse natural landscapes, man-made and miraculous beauties, which are concentrated on an area of ​​just under 10,000 square meters. It is a region with a thousand faces and colors: the yellow of sunflower fields, the green of hills and parks, the red of tradition, folklore and culture, and finally the blue, the rich color of the sea, lakes and rivers.

As many as 180 kilometers of coastline with 26 beach resorts, magnificent beaches, picturesque bays, 9 tourist ports and 18 "blue flags" that guarantee the quality of services and water. In this region it is possible to choose a beach with the finest sand, pebbles or rocky coast, with palm trees or cliffs. The variety of beach landscapes allows you to practice many sports.

Teatro Sferisterio in Macerata © Photo: Marche region

The deep part of the region is distinguished by an exceptionally beautiful landscape, which is formed by green and golden hills with patches of forests and meadows, harmoniously alternating with neat wheat fields and olive groves.

In the west, the Apennines confidently keep their watch, gently descending in parallel valleys to the sea, and in the south - the proud peaks of Monti Sibillini, exceeding 2,000 meters and attracting lovers of botany, mountain walks and trekking.

Cathedral of San Ciriaco in Ancona / Shutterstock.com

Marche is one of the richest regions of the country in terms of cultural heritage: 500 squares, more than 1000 major monuments, 37 fortresses, 106 castles, 15 citadels and 170 towers, thousands of churches (200 Romanesque, 96 abbeys, 183 sanctuaries), 72 ancient theaters , restored and operating. It also has the highest density of museums and art galleries, as well as many libraries (as many as 315), some of which hold ancient volumes.

So the Marche is a real museum region, consisting of a rich network of cities of art and ancient towns scattered over soft green hills, where unique masterpieces are kept - paintings by Piero della Francesca and Lorenzo Lotto, Raphael and Carlo Crivelli, Rubens and Titian, and there are also many ancient theaters and ancient Roman roads, testifying to the remarkable past of these lands.

In addition to museums, libraries, archives and theaters, the cultural heritage includes numerous religious monuments, abbeys, monasteries, churches distributed throughout the territory, and secular buildings - castles, stronghold cities, fortresses.

food and wine

In terms of enogastronomy, the Marche is a unique land; we can say that in this region there are all the main Italian delicacies. Due to the diverse and complex configuration of the natural landscape, here you can find various culinary traditions - the result of a harmonious combination of nature, traditions and culture. The gastronomic tradition of Marche is based on simple and healthy ingredients. Dishes with a strong taste, mainly meat, alternate here with fish, crustaceans and seafood.

Truffle. Marche is one of the few regions in Italy where high-quality truffles of both types - black and white - are produced. Mushroom picking is very common in the mountains.

Salami. The history of salami is closely connected with the peasant history of the local population: almost all parts of the pig's body were used on the farm, nothing was thrown away. So there were two main types of salami in the Marche - Fabriano and chauscolo, especially popular in the vicinity of Macerata. This is a Protected Geographical Indication (IGP) product. In its manufacture, lard is threshed and mixed with meat, forming a single mass that can be spread on bread.

Other types of salami are coppa di testa, mazafegato, fegatelli, and salsiccia matta. Sausages londza, lonzino, capocollo, bacon pancetta-arrotolata and roast suckling pig (porchetta) are also valued. The prosciutto leg, one of the most valuable parts of the pork carcass, is produced throughout the region. Prosciutto from Carpegna is very popular both in Italy and around the world: in 2006 it received the status of an appellation of origin (DOP) in Europe.

Olive oil. The olive groves in Marche cover an area of ​​7,200 hectares, and the oil produced here has excellent organoleptic properties. The quality of the oil is inextricably linked with the quality of the fruits themselves: the tender olives from Ascoli are highly valued, which are considered the best olives to serve; they are also available in brine, stuffed or fried "ascolan".

Cheeses. This is a land rich in pastures, where livestock feed on natural forage and give rich and healthy milk. Therefore, there are many cheeses made from cow, sheep, goat and mixed milk - casecci, caprino, zlattato, raviggiolo, quark, ricottine and kacho in the form of a lemon. Unusual sheep cheeses are typical for all mountain regions: they are flavored with marjoram, thyme, blackberry shoots, cloves, nutmeg, pepper, olive oil and yolk are added. Pecorino cheese is also found in the northern part of the region, which is aged in oak barrels for three months, wrapped in walnut leaves or laid out in layers along with fragrant herbs or grape pomace. Also famous is Caciotta from Urbino (DOP), one of Michelangelo's favorite cheeses; it has been produced here since the 16th century.

Verdicchio vineyards in the Castelli di Jesi area / Shutterstock.com

Wine. The hills of the Marche region are ideal for viticulture and the production of sugary and aromatic grapes from which wines of excellent quality are made. The variety of wine products in the region is really great: 15 DOC wines (Bianchello del Metauro, Colli Maceratesi, Colli Pesaresi, Esino, Falerio, I Terreni di San Severino, Lacrima di Morro d'Alba, Terre di Offida, Pergola, Rosso Conero, Serrapetrona, Rosso Piceno, Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi e Verdicchio di Matelica) and 5 DOCGs (Conero, Offida, Vernaccia di Serrapetrona, Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva, Verdicchio di Matelica Riserva). There are many holidays dedicated to wine, as well as routes through the region, allowing you to simultaneously get acquainted with its art, traditions and culture. Be sure to visit the enoteca of the Marche region in Jesi and Offida.

Dessert. The authenticity of Marche cuisine finds its expression in the dessert part of the menu. Local sweets are distinguished by the use of local products and ease of preparation. Almost all of them belong to the peasant tradition and are associated with the carnival, religious holidays or turning points of the various seasons. You can list them endlessly: castagnole, biscuits with wine, morocchini, shughetti or polenta from must, bostrengo, salami from figs, frustingo, chambellone, pizza sbattuta, chicherchiata, chestnut ravioli, funghetti di Offida, calcioni or piconi, frappe , almond or walnut cookies, Cavallucci di Cingoli and others.

How to get there

By plane
Marche's main airport is the Ancona-Falconara International Airport (www.marcheairport.com), named after the great Renaissance artist Rafael Santi, who was born in the neighboring city of Urbino. This airport links Marche with Rome, Naples, Alghero, Cagliari, Catania and Trapani. There are also direct flights to some cities in Europe and the Middle East: Munich, Brussels, London, Dusseldorf, Barcelona, ​​Tirana, Marsa El Alam, Sharm El Sheikh.

By car
Whether you are coming to Marche from the north or the south, there are two options: the A14 Bologna-Taranto motorway or the SS16 parallel highway. The largest and most interesting cities are connected by roads that fan out from the coast to the continental part of the region: SS3 Flaminia from Rome crosses Umbria and ends in Fano, SS76 from Fabriano goes to Jesi and Ancona, SS77 links Foligno with Civitanova Marche, passing through Tolentino and Macerata, the SS4 "Salaria" connects Rome and Rieti with Ascoli Piceno and San Benedetto del Tronto.

By train
The main railway lines of the region are the Adriatic from north to south (Milan-Bologna-Ancona-Pescara-Bari-Lecce) and the Transappennine (Ancona-Fabriano-Foligno-Orte-Rome). The neighborhood of Macerata is crossed by the Civitanova-Fabriano line, the neighborhood of Fabriano - by the Fabriano-Pergola line, the area around Piceno - San Benedetto del Tronto-Ascoli Piceno. Ancona and Pesaro, on the line that continues the Milan-Reggio Emilia-Bologna branch towards Rimini, Pesaro and Ancona, are served by Freccia Rossa high-speed trains.

By sea
Ancona is one of the most important ports in the Adriatic, both in terms of tourism and trade. From here there are flights to Greece, Croatia, Albania and Montenegro. Cruise ships also moor in the port of Ancona, and from the port of Pesaro you can get to Croatia by catamaran.
Nine Marche tourist ports are available for mooring yachts: Gabicce Mare, Pesaro, Fano, Senigallia, Ancona, Numana, Civitanova Marche, Porto San Giorgio and San Benedetto del Tronto.

Official website of the tourist department of the Marche region:

Once upon a time, the Piceni tribes lived on the territory of the Marche, archaeological excavations show that already Piceni were engaged in winemaking so in one of the graves were found remains of petrified vines dating back to the 7th century. BC.
When the Romans occupied these lands, they appreciated the local pizza wine. Pliny the Elder spoke especially highly of him, noting delicate aromas and excellent taste.

The total area of ​​Marche vineyards is about 17,000 hectares, of which 10,400 hectares are DOC and DOCG, which covers 62% of the territory.
The most common are Sangiovese and Montepulciano, but the white Verdicchio variety, which occupies only 2200 hectares, brought glory to the region. Considered the great white wine of Italy, Verdicchio is capable of conveying terroir, has good storage potential and improves with age. The popularity of Verdicchio wines began in 1999, when the Verdicchio dei Casteli di Jesi Classico Riserva Balciana 1997 competition in Brussels by the Sartarelli winery from Poggio San Marcello was named the best white wine in the world.

Also interesting white grape varieties are pecorino, passerina and bianchello.
Sangiovese plantations occupy 3600 hectares, which is 21% of the total area.
Of the red ones, the most common - it occupies 21% of the total area. Next comes Montepulciano d'Abruzzo.
Interesting local variety of lacrima and rare Bordeaux ".
International varieties are also cultivated - Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and others.

Most red wines have fruity aromas and noticeable tannins, they are drunk young and rarely live to be 10 years old.

Boiled wine is also produced in the south of the Marche.

20 DOP (5 DOCG and 15 DOC), 1 IGT

1. Cònero DOCG.
The zone is located in the municipalities of Ancona, Offagna, Camerano, Sirolo, Numana, and partly in Castelfidardo and Osimo in the province of Ancona.
It was singled out in 1967, in 2004 the category was raised to DOCG.
The name of the zone comes from Mount Conero, which rises above the Adriatic Sea. Vineyards lie from the sea coast to the hills formed by the mountainous terrain.
Produce red wines from Montepulciano (minimum 85%) and Sangiovese (maximum 15%).
The yield should not exceed 9 t/ha. The minimum exposure is 2 years.
The wines differ in structure and noticeable tannins.

2. Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva DOCG.

Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio DOC was singled out in 1995, in 2010 the category was raised to DOCG for the Riserva version.
Vineyards occupy 2,762 hectares.
Planting density - not less than 2200 vines / ha.
verdicchio (not less than 85%), as well as other white grape varieties of the region (not more than 15%).
Produce:
Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva
Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva Classico is a historic winemaking area.
The alcohol content is not less than 12%.
Exposure must be at least 18 months, of which 6 months in bottle.
Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva DOCG is called a very terroir wine, it is dominated by citrus aromas, spicy and piquant nuances. The wine has good aging potential and improves over the years, acquiring rich aromatics of ripe fruits and dried fruits, a variety of spices and wild herbs.
Farms: Bucci, Umani Ronchi, Poderi Mattioli, Marotti Campi, Pievalta and others.

3. Offida DOCG.
The Offida wine zone includes 25 communes in the provinces of Ascoli Piceno and Fermo. The vineyards stretch from the coast to the hills, they lie at an altitude of 50 to 650 meters above sea level, the exposure is southeast and east, the soils are sandy-clay. The climate is hot but not dry during summer, rainy and cold in winter. The vineyard area is about 400 hectares.
The zone was allocated in 2001, in 2011 it received the DOCG category.
Produce red and white wines:
Offida Pecorino - white wine made from pecorino (at least 85%). The wine is characterized by floral aromas, as well as notes of pineapple and anise, the taste is fresh and mineral with a long aftertaste.
Offida Passerina - white wine from passerina (at least 85%). Typical aromas are yellow fruits and citruses, the wine is fresh and pleasant.
Offida Rosso - red wine from Montepulciano (at least 85%). The aroma is dominated by red fruits, licorice and chocolate.

4. Verdicchio di Matelica Riserva DOCG.
The zone partly occupies the communes of Matelica, Ezanatoglia, Gagliole, Castelraimondo, Camerino and Pioraco in the province of Macerata, and partly the communes of Cerreto d'Esi and Fabriano in the province of Ancona.
It was singled out in 1995, in 2010 the category was raised to DOCG for the Riserva version.
They produce white wines from Verdicchio (not less than 85%), as well as other white varieties of the Marche region (not more than 15%).
The yield should not exceed 9.5 t/ha. The minimum exposure is 18 months.
Vineyards occupy 279 hectares.
In Matelika, in the ancient tomb of a wealthy young man, the remains of petrified vines, as well as ceramic vessels that were used for wine, were found, which speaks of the ancient wine-making traditions of this area. The first written mention of verdicchio is found in the documents of 1579, when the wine was produced by the monks.
Verdicchio wines have good storage potential and improve with age.
The wines of Verdicchio di Matelica, in contrast to Verdicchio di Jesi, are distinguished by greater severity and restraint in aromatics, but they open up beautifully at a more mature age, showing tertiary aromas. These are complex, structural and harmonious wines. Typical aromas include roasted almonds, cedar and honey.
Farms: Belisario, La Monacesca, Borgo Paglianetto and others.

5. Vernaccia di Serrapetrona DOCG.
The zone covers the entire commune of Serraretrona, partly the communes of Belforte del Chienti and San Severino Marche in the province of Macerata.
It was singled out in 1971, in 2004 the category was raised to DOCG.
The main variety is vernaccia nera (minimum 85%), as well as other red varieties of the region (maximum 15%).
Vernaccia nera is considered a rare variety. Vineyards occupy only 50 hectares. The planting density is not less than 2200 vines/ha, the yield is not higher than 10 t/ha.
Sparkling wines are produced using the charm method, some of the grapes must be raisined, wines can be dry or sweet. Red fruits and almonds in the aroma, slight bitterness in the taste.

6. Bianchello del Metauro D.O.C.
The wine-growing area is located in the province of Pesaro, the vineyards lie from the border with the province of Ancona to the Cesano River on the south side, and along the Arzilla River in the north. It is crossed by the Metauro River. The zone includes 18 communes.
She was isolated in 1969. The total area of ​​vineyards is 244 hectares.
They produce white wines from the bianchello (biancame) variety (minimum 95%), as well as malvasia lunga (no more than 5%).
The wines can be still and dry, as well as sparkling, passito and superiore.
White wines from this area have been known since ancient Rome. In 1536, Pope Paul III, visiting Fano, said: "The city is beautiful, but small, they produce excellent wines."
Bianchello is a local grape variety, wines made from it are characterized by freshness, low alcohol content and floral aromas.

7. Colli Maceratesi DOC.
The zone includes the entire province of Macerata, as well as the commune of Loreto in the province of Ancona.
She was isolated in 1975.
Produce white and red wines:
Colli Maceratesi bianco (also passito and spumante) - white wine, ribona (maceratino) (not less than 70%), incrocio Bruni 54, pecorino, trebbiano toscano, verdicchio, chardonnay, sauvignon, malvasia lunga, grechetto (separately or together no more than 30 %), as well as other white grape varieties from the Marche region (no more than 15%).
Colli Maceratesi Ribona (also passito / spumante / superiore) - white wine from the Ribona variety (not less than 85%), as well as other white grape varieties from the Marche region (not more than 15%).
Colli Maceratesi rosso (also novello and riserva) - red wine, sangiovese (not less than 50%), cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon, chilegiolo, lacrima, merlot, montepulciano, vernaccia nera (separately or together not more than 50%), and others red grape varieties from the Marche region (no more than 15%).
Colli Maceratesi Sangiovese - red wine from Sangiovese (not less than 85%), as well as other red grape varieties from the Marche region (not more than 15%).
For red wines, the minimum aging is 24 months, of which 3 months in barrels.

8. Colli Pesaresi D.O.C.
The zone is located in the provinces of Pesaro and Urbino.
She was isolated in 1972.
Produce red, white and rosé wines:
Colli Pesaresi bianco - white wine, trebbiano toscano (albanella), verdicchio, biancame, pinot grigio, pinot nero (white vinified), italico riesling, chardonnay, sauvignon, pinot bianco (separately or together at least 75%), as well as others white varieties of the Marche region (no more than 25%).
Colli Pesaresi Biancame - white wine from Biancamé (not less than 85%), as well as other white varieties of the Marche region (not more than 15%).
Colli Pesaresi Trebbiano - white wine from Trebbiano Toscano (not less than 85%), as well as other white varieties of the Marche region (not more than 15%).
Colli Pesaresi rosso - red wine, Sangiovese (not less than 70%) and other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 30%).
Colli Pesaresi rosato (rose’) – rosé wine, Sangiovese (not less than 70%) and other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 30%).
Colli Pesaresi Sangiovese / riserva / novello - Sangiovese red wine (not less than 85%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 15%).
Colli Pesaresi Spumante - sparkling wine, trebbiano toscano (albanella), verdicchio, biancame, pinot grigio, pinot nero (white vinified), italico riesling, chardonnay, sauvignon, pinot bianco (separately or together at least 75%), as well as others white varieties of the Marche region (no more than 25%).
There are also the following subzones:
Colli Pesaresi Focara rosso / riserva - red wine, pinot nero, cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon, merlot (separately or together not less than 50%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 25%), sangiovese (not more than 50% ).
Colli Pesaresi Focara Pinot Nero / riserva - red wine made from Pinot Nero (at least 90%).
Colli Pesaresi Roncaglia bianco / riserva - white wine made from Pinot Nero (not less than 25%), Trebbiano Toscano, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Bianco (separately or together not more than 75%).
Colli Pesaresi Parco Naturale Monte San Bartolo Sangiovese / riserva - red wine from Sangiovese (at least 85%).
Colli Pesaresi Parco Naturale Monte San Bartolo Cabernet Sauvignon / riserva - red wine from Cabernet Sauvignon (at least 85%).
Colli Pesaresi Roncaglia Pinot nero, white vinified / riserva - white wine made from Pinot nero (at least 90%). For the riserva version, the minimum exposure is 18 months.
Colli Pesaresi Roncaglia Pinot Nero, white vinified / riserva - white wine made from Pinot Nero (at least 90%). For the riserva version, the minimum exposure is 18 months.
Colli Pesaresi Focara Pinot nero spumante - sparkling wine, pinot nero (at least 85%).
Colli Pesaresi Roncaglia Pinot nero spumante - sparkling wine, pinot nero (at least 85%).
For the red wine version of riserva, the minimum aging is 2 years.

9. Esino DOC.
The zone covers the entire province of Ancona, as well as the communes of Matelica, Ezanatoglia, Gagliole, Castelraimondo, Camerino and Pioraco in the province of Macerata.
She was singled out in 1995.
The vineyards lie between the Adriatic coast and the Sibillini mountains, in the north the territory is delineated by the Cesano, Nevola and Misa rivers, in the south by the Aspio and Esino rivers.
The area takes its name from the Ezino River.
White and red wines are produced:
Esino bianco (may be effervescent) - white wine, verdicchio (not less than 50%), as well as other white varieties of the Marche region (not more than 50%). Productivity is not more than 15 t/ha. The wines are characterized by delicate aromas and good structure.
Esino rosso (also in the novello version) - red wine, Sangiovese and Montepulciano (separately or together not less than 60%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 40%). Productivity is not more than 14 t/ha.
The main grape varieties are Verdicchio, Montepulciano and Sangiovese.

10. Falerio D.O.C.
The wine growing area is located in the provinces of Ascoli Piceno and Fermo in the southern part of the Marche region.
She was isolated in 1975.
Vineyards lie on hills from 50 to 700 meters above sea level.
White wines are produced:
Falerio - white wine, trebbiano toscano (20-50%), passerina (10-30%), pecorino (10-30%), as well as other white varieties of the Marche region (no more than 20%).
Falerio Pecorino - white wine from pecorino (85%), as well as other white varieties of the Marche region (no more than 15%).

11. I Terreni di Sanseverino DOC.
The zone is located in the commune of San Severino Marche in the province of Macerata.
It was formed in 2004.
Produce red wines:
I Terreni di Sanseverino rosso / superiore - Vernaccia nera (not less than 50%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 50%).
I Terreni di Sanseverino passito - sweet wine, vernaccia nera (not less than 50%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 50%).
I Terreni di Sanseverino moro - Montepulciano (not less than 60%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 40%).
The yield should not exceed 8 t/ha, for rosso - 9 t/ha.

12. Lacrima di Morro (Lacrima di Morro d "Alba) DOC.
The zones cover the municipalities of Morro d'Alba, Monte San Vito, San Marcello, Belvedere Ostrense, Ostra and Senigalia in the province of Ancona.
She was isolated in 1985.
The vineyards lie on low hills, at a distance of 25 km from the Adriatic Sea.
Red wines are produced from the lacrima variety (at least 85%), which gives strawberry tones, cherries, blackberries and violets in the aroma of the wine.
They can be dry and sweet (passito), as well as in the superiore version.

13. Pergola D.O.C.
The zone covers the communes of Pergola, Fratte Rosa, Frontone, Serra Sant'Abbondio, San Lorenzo in Campo in the provinces of Pesaro and Urbino.
She was singled out in 2005.
They produce red and rosé wines from the Aleatico variety:
Pergola / superiore / riserva / spumante / passito - red wine, aleatico (not less than 85%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 15%). May be dry to sweet.
Pergola rosato / frizzante - rosé wine, aleatico (not less than 60%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 40%).
Pergola rosato / rose’ spumante - sparkling wine, aleatico (not less than 60%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 40%). From zero dose to sweet.
Pergola rosso / novella / superiore / riserva - red wine, aleatico (not less than 60%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 40%).

14. Rosso Conero D.O.C.
The zone covers the communes of Ancona, Offagna, Camerano, Sirolo Numana and partly the communes of Castelfidardo and Osimo.
She was isolated in 1967. The vineyards lie on the headland of Mount Conero, which cuts into the Adriatic Sea, and on the hills inland.
Produce red wines from the Montepulciano variety (not less than 85%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 15%).

15. Rosso Piceno D.O.C.
The zone is located in the provinces of Ancona, Ascoli Piceno and Macerata.
She was isolated in 1968. Vineyards lie on high and medium hills.
They produce red wines, in the assemblage of which Montepulciano (35-85%), Sangiovese (15-50%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (no more than 15%).
The Rosso Piceno Sangiovese version must contain at least 85% Sangiovese.
The yield must not exceed 13 t/ha, for the superiore version - no more than 12 t/ha.
They also produce a novello version.
Farms: Velenosi and others.

16. San Ginesio DOC.
The zone lies in the communes of San Genesio, Caldarola, Camporotondo di Fiastrone, Cessapalombo, Ripe San Genesio, Gualdo, Colmurano, Sant'Angelo in Pontano, Loro Piceno in the province of Macerata.
It was formed in 2007.
They produce still red wines, as well as sparkling sweet and dry versions.
San Ginesio Rosso - still red wine, sangiovese (not less than 50%), vernaccia nera, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, merlot and chilegiolo (separately or together not more than 35%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 15% ).
San Ginesio spumante (secco / dolce) - sparkling red wine, vernaccia nera (not less than 85%), as well as other red varieties of the Marche region (not more than 15%).

17. Serrapetrona D.O.C.
The zone covers the commune of Serrapetrona and parts of the communes of Belforte del Chienti and San Severino Marche in the province of Macerata. The vineyards are located 60 km from the Adriatic Sea. They lie on high and medium hills from 250 to 500 meters above sea level.
The zone was allocated in 2004.
Produce red wine from Vernaccia (not less than 85%), as well as other grape varieties of the Marche region (not more than 15%).
The yield should not exceed 10 t/ha. The minimum exposure is 10 months.

18. Terre di Offida D.O.C.
The zone is located in the provinces of Ascoli Piceno and Fermo.
She was singled out in 2001.
They produce white wines in the pasito version, vin santo and sparkling.
The main variety is Passerina (not less than 85%).
For passito, the appassimento process can take place on the vine or in a special room, it is possible to use thermal or hydro-devices, for santo wines - only in a special room, without the use of any devices. The minimum exposure for passito is 18 months, of which 1 year in barrel, for santo wines - 36 months, of which 24 months in barrel.

19. Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC.
The zone is located in the provinces of Ancona and Macerata.
She was isolated in 1968.

Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi. Productivity is not more than 14 t/ha.
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Spumante. Sparkling wines from extrabrut to secco.
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Passito
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico. The vineyards are located in the classical zone. Productivity is not more than 14 t/ha.
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore. Productivity is not more than 11 t/ha.
Farms: Bucci, Umani Ronchi, Poderi mattioli, Marotti Campi, Pievalta and others.

20. Verdicchio di Matelica D.O.C.
The zone lies in the communes of Matelica, Ezanatoglia, Gagliole, Castelraimondo, Camerino and Pioraco in the province of Macerata, as well as in the communes of Cerreto D'Esi and Fabriano in the province of Ancona.
She was isolated in 1967.
Produce white wines from the Verdicchio variety (at least 85%):
Verdicchio di Matelica
Verdicchio di Matelica spumante. Sparkling wines from extrabrut to secco.
Verdicchio di Matelica passito
The yield should not exceed 13 t/ha.
Farms: Belisario and others.

Many seaside resorts where you can have a great vacation for a week or two al mare, located on 180 kilometers of the Adriatic coast in the Marche region.
All resorts in the Marche can be divided into two main types. The first includes large bustling centers with a vibrant nightlife, many foreign tourists and embankments, densely built-up hotels. Examples of this type of resort are (from north to south) Gabicce Mare, Pesaro, Senigallia And San Benedetto del Tronto.
Another type is represented by many small resort towns with picturesque beaches, where villas and apartments are preferred to hotels. Often such places are filled with Italian families in the summer, many of whom live in the Marche region and come to the sea every year. At the same time, adults like to sigh in public that they have to travel here for the sake of bambini, but in their hearts they all love these places. In addition, thanks to technological progress - laptops, iPads and smartphones - everyone can feel like they are in the office on vacation.
A couple of places nestled under a rocky peninsula Monte Conero do not fit into any category. There are rocky coves and white limestone cliffs like nowhere else on the Adriatic coast, from Trieste in the north to the heel of the Italian boot at Gargano in the south.

When to go. The best time to visit the resorts of the Marche region

Features of the choice of beaches in the resorts of the Marche region

Although all resorts have one or two free public beaches ( spiaggia libera), often they are located far away and very rarely they are as clean as on paid sections of the coast. In any case, if you want to get to know a truly Italian beach, be sure to go to the paid one, where there are rows of sun loungers under beach umbrellas. Usually the entrance to the beach is not too expensive ( from 2 to 4 euros), but it has all the amenities you could ever want, and it's also the best place to watch Italian life up close. If you stay at one of the local hotels, then, as a rule, you can use the beach that belongs to it, which is closed from outsiders, for free.
The Marche region boasts the highest number of Blue Flag certified beaches in Italy. The prestigious Blue Flag certificate from the Foundation for Environmental Education is given only to the most environmentally friendly beaches in Europe. The certificate implies that the beach meets strict criteria, including water quality, environmental control, safety and some other services.

Gabicce Mare

This colorful and lively city on the border of the Marche and Emilia Romagna regions is the northern extension of the Rimini Riviera. With over 100 hotels, it is therefore no wonder that this resort has become one of the most popular holiday destinations in the Marche. Despite this, sandy beaches and vibrant nightlife on the coast and in the town of Gabicce Monte up in the mountains do not lose their appeal.
From here, the impressive Gradara Castle is within easy reach and, if you're really interested in exotic postage stamps and cheap alcohol, the tiny republic San Marino.
To the south, towards the city of Pesaro, from Gabicce leads strada panoramic. Driving along the road winding over the coast, you can fully enjoy the breathtaking sea views, many charming coves and inexpensive fish restaurants; one of the most romantic places is a tiny port in the village Baia Vallugola.

Pesaro

Pesaro, capital of the province of Pesaro and Urbino in the Marche region, is not only a charming city, but also an attractive seaside resort, a prosperous fishing port and an important industrial center. The elegant wide streets are picturesque enough for an exciting walk, and dining at a fish restaurant by the sea after a day spent on a relatively empty beach is difficult to compare in its attractiveness with anything else. Like most Italian beaches, three kilometers of the city's coastline are lined with dense rows of umbrellas and sun loungers that are rarely occupied. To be by the sea in solitude, go to the area Baia Flaminia, which lies to the north of the city center. Here, in addition to equipped beaches, for which you have to pay an entrance fee, there are also areas for free recreation. Also, free and not crowded beaches lie south of the city if you drive along the SS16 highway in the direction of Fano.

Fano

Name of a Roman colony Fanum Fortunae connected with the large temple of the goddess Fortune located in it. Fortune patronizes the city to this day, but already in the person of one of the four holy Christian patrons, San Fortunato.
In Roman times, this place, where the important Via Flaminia from Rome joined the main coastal route, was a major port. Today it is a small seaside resort with a lively fishing port and a charming old town.
The entrance to the city lies through a magnificent Roman-era triumphal arch. Arco di Augusto. It was built in the 2nd century AD by order of the Roman Emperor Augustus as part of his ambitious project to improve the empire's road network, and marks the exit of the Via Flaminia to the shores of the Adriatic; the bas-relief of the wall of the 16th-century church on the right shows the arch in its original form.
From here the main street Via Arco di Augusto leads to the historical center of the city (if you continue to move along it to the end, then, having crossed the railway tracks, the road will lead to the beach Sassonia).
At the main intersection in the city center, turn right onto Corso Matteotti which will take you to the central square Piazza XX Settembre, which is decorated with a whimsical fountain of the 16th century, crowned with a sculpture of the goddess Fortune. Among the beautiful buildings approaching the square, the palace stands out Palazzo Malatesta with a large courtyard and a spacious loggia, known as Corte Malatestiana. The palace houses the city museum. Museo Civico And Pinacoteca Museum, which presents a scattered collection of Renaissance images and paintings by Guercino, Guido Reni and Michele Giambono.
Church Santa Maria Nuovo standing next to the central city square on the street Via de Pili, stores two precious works by Perugino, “Madonna with Saints” and “Good News” - it is likely that the young Raphael helped the master to create the first of the paintings.
The city has a particularly elegant passeggiata- a pedestrian zone that runs along the main streets, along which the townspeople stroll along the rows of shops, beckoning shop windows with lights.
The railway clearly separates the old town from the modern resort, which has grown along two strips of beautiful beach. South of the city extends Spiaggia Sassonia, a wide pebble beach with a spacious walking area. In the northwest there is a less long, but more popular beach Spiaggia Lido covered with sand and lined with rows of beach umbrellas.
Between the beaches there is a small bay, where fishermen gather, from whom you can buy something from a fresh catch - vongole, small edible mollusks, are especially good here.
To the north and south of Fano stretch quite pleasant free public beaches, many of which are relatively deserted.

Senigallia

Since 1853 Senigallia's 13 kilometers of golden sandy beaches, the famous "Velvet Beach", are considered one of the most popular seaside resorts on the Adriatic coast. Thanks to the quality of service and the purity of the water, the city has received the prestigious Blue Flag certificate issued by the Foundation for Environmental Education in Europe. But the sea is not all that is worth going to Senigallia. The resort's main town, with its breathtaking historic center, can serve as an ideal base from which to explore the ancient cities of the Marche region. The name of the city points to the very first inhabitants of these places - Galli Senoni, a Celtic tribe that settled here around the 4th century BC. In the 15th century, the city was famous for the Maddalena fair that took place here. To this day, the historical center of the city retains a certain merchant's austerity, which is especially pronounced in the tall houses standing along the city canal. Walking along the lanes of the central part, pay attention to the architecture of squat thick-walled houses, which developed many centuries ago as a result of the threat of earthquakes. The most beautiful historical monument of the city is the old fortress, Rocca Roveresca built in 1480. In summer, the sounds of classical music concerts can be heard in its courtyard. Another object of pride of Senigallia - many great restaurants where you can really taste the best dishes of the Adriatic cuisine. The city has two of the most famous restaurants in Italy: La Madonnina Del Pescatore And Uliassi, regularly ranked among the top ten establishments according to eminent restaurant critics from around the world.

Portonovo

South of Ancona rises the lonely limestone peak of Monte Conero, whose slopes fall steeply to the most beautiful sea beaches on the entire northern coast of the Adriatic. The beauty of these places is responsible for the fact that in July and August only standing places remain free at three local resorts; you should come here in May, early September or, best of all, in June.
If you are coming from Ancona, the first stop on your way should be Portonovo, a tiny village on the Conero River. Making your way along a dead-end road to this cluster of hotels, restaurants, campsites and summer beach houses nestled on a narrow coastal strip, you can fully enjoy the postcard views of the sea. The coast of the resort is divided into two parts by the squat Fortino Napoleonico fortress, built in 1808 by the Viceroy of Italy, Eugene Beauharnais, to protect against the attacks of the English fleet. Today in the fortress is located Fortino Napoleonico Hotel.
At the end of the road, where the evergreen oaks clinging to the mountain slope descend to the sea, stands the ancient Romanesque church of Santa Maria. Built between 1034 and 1048, the building has a form that is unique in Italy, more typical of the churches of Normandy.
Let's return to the main road that goes around the foot of the mountain, from where breathtaking landscapes open up. About 8 km south of the Portonovo junction, follow the signs for Monte Conero to visit the 12th-century Badia di San Pietro, once a Benedictine monastery, and today - Monteconero Hotel. It is located at the highest point of the mountain, which can be reached by car, and the panorama from here is worth the time spent.
The entire area adjacent to the mountain was declared a regional natural park in 1987, in which a whole network of marked paths was later laid - a map can be purchased at Consorzio del Parco del Conero in Sirolo. At the top of the mountain (572 m), traces of a Paleolithic site dating back about 100,000 years were found - the oldest evidence of human presence in the region.

Sirolo and Numana

At the southernmost point of Conero, there are two main resorts of the Riviera. The most interesting of these is Sirolo, with an amazing medieval center and a tree-lined square hanging high above the sea. The best beaches can be reached by bus, which leaves every half an hour and stops at each bay. Campsites and coastal hotels in the lower historical part of the city smoothly pass into the resort of Numana. In the southern part of the resort there is a long pleasant beach, and in the city's archaeological museum you can get acquainted with the history of the tribes that lived on the territory of Piceni long before it was conquered by Rome ( Via La Phoenix, 4).
You can escape the beach crowd in one of the many tiny enclosed bays, which can only be reached by boat: during the season there are regular flights from Numana, Sirolo and Portonovo.
In addition, Sirolo boasts the best golf courses in the region, owned by the Golf Club Conero Golf Club.

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Porto Recanti

When traveling in the Loreto or Recanti area, you will surely want to spend a day or two on the beach.
Porto Recanti is a small modern resort that gives a sense of freedom with the breadth of its streets and magnificent views of Monte Conero in the north. Despite the fact that the sand and pebble beach here is quite narrow, it is rarely crowded. It is best to relax in the northern part of the beach.

Civitanova Marche

This charming seaside resort is both a picturesque fishing port and a center for the shoe industry. At the same time, its long and wide pebble beach looks more stylish than any of the neighboring resorts, given that there is no shortage of hotels here at all.
The most interesting part of the promenade and the beach is located in the quiet southern part of the city, decorated with lush vegetation. In a city centered around a wide area Piazza XX Settembre, there are many shops with stylish windows and green public gardens.
On top of a hill about 4 kilometers from the coast stands a medieval fortified town Civitanova Marche Alta, which is still guarded by partially preserved fortress walls. This is a must-see place - among the beautiful ancient palaces and churches, there is an amazing collection of modern Italian fine art, presented in the art gallery Galleria d'Arte Moderna.
One of the oldest and most charming churches in the Marche, Santa Maria a Pie di Chienti, stands 6 kilometers away on the SS 485 inland. The well-preserved Romanesque building was built in the 9th century. The church is divided into two floors, the upper one opens with a central nave. The 14th-century frescoes on the apse above the altar, in stark contrast to the plain brickwork of the rest of the walls, make a lasting impression.

Porto Potenza Picena

North of Civitanova Marche lies Porto Potenza Picena, another variation on the theme of the small resorts of the south of the Marche. A great place to relax the day on the sandy beach if you are nearby. A few kilometers from the coast, in the town Giardino Bonaccorsi one of the few eighteenth-century gardens left in Italy, with a beautiful red-brick villa. The villa itself is closed to the public, but still worth stopping by if you are in those parts to admire the local beauties.

Porto San Giorgio

Sandwiched between the SS16 and the sea, the resort is lined with beautiful shops, and during the summer season, frequent music concerts enliven the atmosphere. In many ways, the beauty of the city is due to several buildings in the "Liberty" style, which was common in the best Italian resorts at the end of the 19th century. From the towers of the 13th-century city fortress, built by Lorenzo Tiepolo, the future Doge of Venice, standing near the central square, a good view of the city opens up. But the main attractions of the city are fish and beautiful beaches. The city has many inexpensive restaurants serving a variety of types of food. brodetto, a traditional fish dish from the Marche region.

Pedaso

To the south of Porto San Giordio is the "mussel beach" Marche - Pedaso, where delicious shellfish are grown on concrete pillars lying in the water just behind the short pebble city beach. In addition to excellent snorkeling sites, the town is distinguished by its convenient location relative to the main routes of the region. In the summer passes here Sagradelle Cozze or the mussel festival.

Porto Sant'Elpidio

To the north of Porto San Giordio stretches a narrow strip of the beach of Porto Sant'Elpidio, the heart of the Marche shoe industry. The main attraction of the resort is the pine forests in the north and many huge shoe stores on the main street-road SS16. Once a port that served the inland city of Fermo, today the town of Porto Sant'Elpidio has become a wonderful seaside resort with a small port.

Kurpa Marittima

An old-fashioned coastal resort, not overcrowded with hotels and filled with the spirit of a fun family vacation. It is possible that such a relaxed atmosphere of Kurpa Marittima is due to the lush vegetation around - pines, palm trees and oleanders. A short sandy beach (only 2.5 km long), studded with old concrete groins, begins right behind the beautiful little port. There are rarely too many vacationers on the beach. The city has an interesting shell museum. If you are interested in camping, then the best places for tents are in the north, between Kurpa Marittima and Pedaso in the north.

Grottammare

This small resort in the south of the "Palm Riviera" Marche boasts 5 kilometers of sandy beaches. On the beautiful pedestrian promenade, there are several excellent buildings that serve as an example of the seaside style of "liberty" in architecture, mainly luxury villas from the beginning of the last century. Rows of palm trees along the seashore, colorful flower beds and manicured lawns give the city an inexpressible charm. The historic center, a medieval city above the sea, includes beautiful old buildings that offer magnificent views of the sea. beautiful church Santa Lucia was built in 1957 in memory of the most famous son of the city, Pope Sixtus V. The ruins of the ancient Castle rise above the city.

San Benedetto del Tronto

One of the main resorts in the south of the Marche, whose promenade is decorated with seven thousand palm trees, stands out for its unique tropical atmosphere. It is also a beautiful city, known as the second most important fishing port on the Adriatic coast of Italy. The resort is very popular, but thanks to 8 km of wide sandy beaches, fringed with palm trees, there is enough space for everyone. At the same time, the old-fashioned elegance of the city does not interfere with the seething nightlife, which does not leave indifferent tourists younger. The most beautiful part of the beach - here are the most good hotels - stretches south of the city center. The beach to the north of the vast port is not as well-maintained, but it has many half-empty and free areas. The old part of the city is located above the main resort, at the far end Corso Mazzini, and is marked by a castle surrounded by narrow streets of brick houses. The inhabitants of the resort are equally serious about catching fish and eating it; there are many restaurants in the city, where all tastes will be satisfied for a moderate fee. This is one of the best places to try brodetto, a dish that uses 13 types of fish - no more, no less.