Follow the rebirth of a historic Marche residence — architecture, materials and landscape behind Sileni Hills, opening June 2027.
Key Takeaways Recanati is compact enough for a rewarding day, but its literary and artistic history deserves an unhurried pace. Begin in the historic centre around Piazza Leopardi and the town’s medieval streets. Follow Giacomo Leopardi through his family home,…
Key Takeaways The Sferisterio is one of Macerata’s most distinctive places to experience music, history and the atmosphere of the Marche. Its neoclassical arena began as a venue for pallone col bracciale. The Macerata Opera Festival is the main summer…
Key Takeaways The Macerata Opera Festival pairs major opera with the atmosphere of a historic Italian city. These are the essentials for planning your visit: Performances take place at the remarkable open-air Sferisterio. The main season generally runs through July…
Key Takeaways Macerata is a useful base for slow travel through hills, villages, mountains and coast. These ten places give you a varied itinerary without relying on the busiest Italian routes. Visit Recanati and Loreto for poetry, pilgrimage and wide…
Key Takeaways Le Marche Italy gives you a slower, varied way to experience central Italy, with the sea, mountains, historic towns and excellent food close together. Explore Renaissance Urbino, elegant Ascoli Piceno and smaller hill towns. Combine Adriatic beaches with…
Key Takeaways Macerata is a compact hilltop city with grand architecture, open-air opera and easy access to the wider Marche. These are the essentials to keep in mind when planning your stay. Begin in Piazza della Libertà and explore the…
Key Takeaways Macerata gives you a practical starting point for exploring Le Marche on two wheels, from ridge roads to farm tracks and coastal extensions. You can combine quiet provincial roads, gravel lanes and supported e-bike routes in one stay.…
Key Takeaways Le Marche gives you a slower, more varied way to experience central Italy, with mountains, beaches, art cities and food traditions close together. Understanding Le Marche and its distinctive landscapes Le Marche is a region of contrasts, running…