Finally, I am back from my Norwegian adventure, and I could be reunited with Elke and Isabelle!Time to plan another trip together for our Ecco le Marche blog. This time, we chose the Bosco dei Mazzamurelli in Montemonaco, a sort of “gnome woodland” in the Monti Sibillini Regional Park. Unfortunately, Read more
If you’re in Ancona during the summer, here’s a magical evening you shouldn’t miss: every Saturday night, the Ancona Astronomical Observatory opens its doors. It’s not just about the stars, the location itself is a treat, with picnic spots, open grassy areas, and breathtaking views over the sea. La Notte Read more
Around August 15th, Ferragosto, some coastal towns in Le Marche celebrate the Festa del Mare – a festival dedicated to the sea. These events often feature a solemn mass, a boat procession out to sea, a ceremony in memory of those who lost their lives at sea, and sometimes a Read more
The name of our neighboring municipality Maiolati Spontini intrigued me from the moment we came to live in Poggio Cupro. Spontini turned out to be the name of a very important composer at Napoleon’s court.He was born in Maiolati in 1774 and died there in 1851, a few months after Read more
Who was Luigi Bartolini? Luigi Bartolini (1892-1962) was only known to me as a writer born in Cupramontana who wrote the book Bicycle Thieves. It became internationally famous when it was adapted into a film by Vittorio de Sica. Bartolini’s book was translated into over 40 languages! But he didn’t Read more
Cupramontana has 4 signposted walks, including a treasure hunt for children: All depart from the water house at Via Alcide de Gasperi 41 in Cupramontana, where there is also a large parking lot. The signpost arrows have the color of the relevant route. At the departure point you will also Read more