Territory
The Piceno is an area rich in art, culture and nature. Here there is also an ancient and well appreciated enogastronomic tradition, that joins different kind of tastes.
The province of Ascoli Piceno is a stretch of land that goes from the the East to the West for fifty kilometers and from the North to the South for 15. Its small size, the various landscapes that a tourist can find here, make the Piceno one of the most appreciated destinations for who wants a holiday at the beach (from the Hotel Casale is easy to reach a really well known bathing city such as San Benedetto del Tronto), cultural trips, big entertainment events, excursions, small artisan shops and taste an excellent cooking; all this and much more in the center of the Adriatic Coast, only 150 km far from Rome.
The coast, narrow and sandy, is rich in bathing centers really appreciated, such as San Benedetto de Tronto, that is important even for trade, tourism and for fish activities. The mild climate of Grottammare and Cupra Marittima, have helped the growing of a rich tropical greenery and tourist activities.
The Piceno offers the chance to choose among numerous itineraries: cities of art (Ascoli Piceno), the ancient Medieval villages, the historical theaters, the Museums and galleries, the archeological areas, the Romanic and Medieval architectures.
And, finally, the marvelous nature of this land, with two National Parks, that one of the Sibillini Mountains and that one of the Laga Mountains.
All this, the kind welcome and the accommodations you can find in the Piceno, make unforgettable a holiday in the fabulous Marche Region.