Spring is the ideal season to visit the Marche: why not take advantage of the Easter and Easter Monday weekend? There are many places, on the coast or inland, that deserve to be reached. Whether you’re looking for a quiet destination or a place where the little ones can play, this is it where to go at Easter and Easter Monday in the Marche.
Sirolo
Sirolo is a place known for its crystal clear beaches and its breathtaking views: it offers a perfect combination of relaxation and culture during the Easter holidays. For nature lovers, the Monte Conero Natural Park offers a variety of trails to explore, including some that reach directly to the sea. Easter Monday, in particular, is the perfect opportunity for organize a picnic on the beach or in a park.
The small historic center of SiroloThen, it deserves to be visited. The ideal would be to book a typical lunch in one of the restaurants in the town. Getting here is very simple: the town is well connected both by car and public transport. If you are traveling by car, the nearest motorway exit is Ancona Sud-Osimo on the A14. Alternatively, regional bus services connect Sirolo with the main cities of the Marche, making travel convenient.
Corinaldo
Corinaldo, on the other hand, is located inland. This pretty medieval village, listed among the most beautiful in Italy, dresses up festively for the Easter holidays. The streets of the historic center, with their tangle of narrow streets and flower-filled stairways, are the perfect place for a relaxing walk.
For Easter Monday, however, Corinaldo becomes the ideal place for an outdoor picnic. You can choose from a variety of equipped picnic areas or, if you prefer something more adventurous, explore the paths that wind through the surrounding countryside. If you are looking for an atypical Easter Monday, you can also consider stopping at the local wineries to taste the typical wine of the region. Getting to Corinaldo is simple: it is about 30 minutes by car from Senigallia and 50 from Ancona.
Furlo Gorge
The Furlo Gorge is a true natural treasure located in the Marche hinterland. Along the Candigliano river this rock canyon develops and was already crossed by the Romans, as demonstrated by the construction of a tunnel and the presence of finds.
There are many activities to do at the Gola del Furlo: you can choose between hiking along the paths that run along the Candigliano river, mountain bike routes or simply moments of relaxation admiring the flora and fauna: ideal for an Easter Monday trip. Reaching the Gola del Furlo is easy: it is located along the Flaminia state road (SS3), about 30 minutes by car from Urbino and 50 minutes from Fano.
Lake Fiastra
Located in the heart of Sibillini Mountains National Park, Lake Fiastra boasts crystal clear water and is surrounded by lush nature, offering numerous outdoor activities for all lovers of adventure and relaxation. Among these there is the possibility of relax on the beach, as the lake is suitable for swimming. Incredible, then, the visit to Red Blades, rock formations generated by erosion. The trail takes about 2 and a half hours for 6.5 kilometers round trip.
Finally, still talking about nature itineraries, consider seeing the Fiastrone Gorge, the Grotta dei Frati and walking along the lakeside. Getting to the area is simple: if you travel by car, you can reach it via the state road 77 of Val di Chientifollowing the signs for Fiastra.
Recanati
This city of art, famous for being the birthplace of poet Giacomo Leopardi, it is the ideal destination for a cultural Easter and Easter Monday. A walk in the historic center will allow you to discover Leopardi’s places, such as the Infinity Hillor the poet’s birthplace, now transformed into a museum.
The advantage of spending a weekend in this area is that you can either go hiking in nature or, if the weather permits, Porto Recanati and its beaches they are only 15 minutes away by car. Reaching Recanati is easy both by car and public transport. If you choose the car, the nearest motorway exit is Loreto on the A14. Alternatively, numerous buses connect Recanati with the main cities of the Marche.