Set in the splendid scenery of the Parco del Conero
Set in the splendid scenery of the Parco del Conero
Set in the splendid scenery of the Parco del Conero
Set in the splendid scenery of the Parco del Conero
Holidays in
An Amazing Territory
Scent of the sea, silence nature. In the air the memory of the myth. The country is unique, proud as its inhabitants, its traditions, its customs, firm in the rock and in the heart. Sirolo is an original village, enclosed within the walls of the castle of the Counts Cortesi. Surrounded by ancient walls, the Gothic arch of 1050 gives the visitor the first historic welcome. The plot of the alleys leads him into a medieval climate. Sirolo is a small sunny village on the slopes of the Conero, offering those who arrive images of great landscape authenticity with
unique marine views. The golden color of the houses, the green of the woods, a magnificent undulating countryside with farmhouses, adulcate the landscape. The square with its simple appearance acts as a magnificent balcony offering an unforgettable view of the Conero and its beaches. The two sisters are the symbol of the sea of Sirolo, they feed legends, the white of the seagulls free the fantasy of summer. The Conero rocks create solitary beaches for nature lovers.
Touristic Attractions
A Territory To Be DiscoveredIl Vicolo Relais is also the ideal starting point to discover the natural wonders of the Marche region.
The Conero Riviera
Very close to the Vicolo Relais are the beautiful beaches of Sirolo and the Conero Riviera, a unique coastline, a surprising backdrop to a turquoise sea. Just 500 m. away from the Vicolo is the Grotta Urbani, a delightful beach with a gravelly bottom. Not far from the beaches of San Michele and Sassi Neri, within walking distance from the Republic Park or directly from the center of Sirolo with shuttle bus service.
Below Mount Conero, overlooking the sea, there are a series of white pebble beaches, bays, sea caves and pine forests that, very wildly, overlook the Adriatic. A unique coastline, a surprising setting for a clean and swimmable sea. The coastal strip south of Ancona is a stretch of white beaches still unspoiled. The most solitary coves alternate with beaches that are more easily accessible and equipped, up to the Lido di Marcelli, with numerous services and lots of fun.
The Park of Conero
Below is a list of all the summer excursions offered by the park guides:
- Conero crossing: to visit all the places of greatest interest;
- Scalaccia path: to discover the beach and the caves of the fishermen;
- Sacred itinerary: to discover the most hidden hermitages of the mountain;
- Sentiero delle Due Sorelle: the best known and suggestive itinerary, which includes a short via ferrata and leads to the homonymous faraglioni;
- The woods of the Conero: the discovery of the Parco del Cònero in a fascinating itinerary around the summit of the mountain (easy route - duration 3 hours);
- The Passo del Lupo: through the Mediterranean scrubland looking for extraordinary views (easy route - duration 2 hours);
- The Conero the night and the stars: the heart of the Parco del Cònero, in the magical atmosphere of summer nights. Walk to enjoy the scents of the woods at night and observe the sky (easy route - duration 2.5 hours).
This magnificent and varied area offers, in addition to trekking, many activities such as surfing, sailing, diving and horse riding. And finally, do not miss the " Strada del Rosso Conero " visit to the cellars where you can buy typical and top quality products such as oil, honey and wine.
Discover The Marche
Ancona : & nbsp; one of the most important ports of the Adriatic, above which stands the Cathedral of San Ciriaco . Among the artistic cultural attractions the church of Santa Maria della Piazza with its fine façade, the elegant arco di Traiano , the pentagonal Lazzaretto by Vanvitelli , the Loggia dei Mercanti, Piazza del Papa and the Muse theater.
Loreto : with the Basilica of Santa Casa , an important Marian shrine, destination of pilgrimages.
Recanati : homeland of Giacomo Leopardi, near whose birth house, still inhabited by his descendants, it is possible to visit the & nbsp; Library of the poet. Osimo : Wonderful hilltop town, famous for the Duomo & nbsp; gothic-roman and for the important palaces. In the subsoil there is a real underground city, built in ancient times and whose origins are still the object of study and research. The visit to the medieval fortress of Offagna is also interesting.
Castelfidardo : homeland of the accordion
Macerata : with the Sferisterio - neoclassical arena in which there is a world-famous opera season. Concentrate in the Piazza della Libertà the other most significant monuments
Jesi: the city of Federico II and the musician G. B. Pergolesi with the well-preserved medieval town center. In the Civic Art Gallery there is a rich collection of Lorenzo Lotto.
Frasassi Caves: wonderful hypogeum complex built by water.
Ascoli Piceno : a city rich in history. Piazza del Popolo is one of the most beautiful historical centers in Italy
Urbino : Raphael's homeland, universally known for its artistic and cultural treasures. The Palazzo Ducale is the most illustrious example of Italian Renaissance architecture.