SURROUNDINGS
All the beauties of the Marche,
from the Conero Riviera to Frasassi
The Conero Riviera is rich in naturalistic, cultural and historical beauties and you will certainly find interesting things to see and do with your family or friends, satisfying all your needs.
From the famous Numana, Sirolo and Porto Recati beaches up to the more exclusive ones of Portonovo and Due Sorelle, you can enjoy the sea in all its nuances, from the most relaxing to the most adventurous activities, such as a horseback ride on the paths of Monte Conero.
Loreto, Recanati, Osimo are cities that are only a few kilometres from the farmhouse, where you will be able to discover many curiosities and historical-artistic beauties.
The house of the poet Giacomo Leopardi in Recanati, with its endless library, and the Basilica of the Holy House in Loreto, a destination for pilgrims from all over Europe. In Osimo you can discover a dense network of underground caves, still today shrouded in an aura of mystery.
You cannot miss the Frasassi Caves, a unique spectacle in the world within the Gola della Rossa and Frasassi regional natural park. The largest underground cave complex in Europe has been continuously evolving for over 190 million years and today part of it is accessible to all. Inside the karst cavities you can admire natural sculptures incredible in shape and size: Abisso Ancona, the first part of the cave that appeared to its discoverers, is so large that it could contain the Milan Cathedral.
Everywhere you can taste the typical dishes of the Marche: meat or fish, the culinary tradition of the area and the different local wines will win you over.
Even shopping enthusiasts will be satisfied. In fact, in the province of Macerata and Fermo you will find several outlets of clothing, shoes and accessories of famous Made in Italy brands.
Castelfidardo: 5 things you should not miss
The centre of Castelfidardo is located a few minutes drive from the farmhouse. During your stay, you should not miss:
1. The Accordion
An instrument so dear to generations of Italians, the accordion is a masterpiece of fine mechanics which in Castelfidardo is a heritage of the city.
You can visit the Accordion Museum and discover the history of this instrument and the production that is based here with the work of many artisans. In Castelfidardo there is also the biggest functioning accordion in the world, which has entered the Guinness Book of Records, and the Accordion International Prize, an event that brings musicians from all over the world here.
2. The Risorgimento Museum and the National Monument of the Battle of Castelfidardo
In 1860 Castelfidardo was the scene of a major milestone in Italian unification, with the annexation of the territories of the Marche and Umbria to the Italian Kingdom. Here you can visit places that keep the memory of this historical moment for modern Italy.
3. Porta Marina
At Porta Marina you can enjoy a wonderful panorama on the Conero Riviera. The poet Tonino Guerra designed the artistic fountain “Il bosco della musica” (The forest of music), which with its play of light and water makes this part of the city even more fascinating.
4. Palazzo Soprani
Paolo Soprani (1844-1918) was the founder of the Italian accordion industry. He began manufacturing them in 1863 in the first artisan workshop for the production of the “organetto”, bringing the manufacturing system to an industrial level. He has been the mayor of Castelfidardo for many years.
5. Selva di Castelfidardo
Classified as “Natural beauty of the Marche”, the Selva di Castelfidardo represents a unique natural heritage in Europe. Numerous plants reproduce in the Selva like in few other areas of Italian territory.
* minimum stay 2 nights – pets are not allowed