Camping Marche

The Marche Region sits in the centre of Italy and is best known for its rolling hills, agricultural products, parks and nature reserves, as well as its amazing seaside towns and beaches. Thus, it is a great place for camping enthusiasts as it has well-arranged campsites in amazing natural surroundings. Plan your camping holiday now and explore the amazing Marche!

The Marche region extends between Emilia-Romagna to the north, Tuscany and Umbria to the west, and Lazio and Abruzzo to the south, with the entire eastern boundary being formed by the Adriatic. The Umbrian enclave of Monte Ruperto is entirely surrounded by the provinces of Pesaro and Urbino, which constitute the northern part of the region.

The Marche region was nominally part of the Papal States, but most of the territory was under local lords, while the major cities ruled themselves as free communes. In the twelfth century, the commune of Ancona resisted both the imperial authority of Frederick Barbarossa and the Republic of Venice and was a maritime republic on its own. An attempt to restore Papal suzerainty by Gil de Albornoz in the fourteenth century was short-lived. During the Renaissance, the region was fought over by rival aristocratic families, such as the Malatesta of Rimini, Pesaro, Fano, and the house of Montefeltro of Urbino. The last independent entity, the Duchy of Urbino, was dissolved in 1631, and from then on, Marche was firmly part of the Papal States except during the Napoleonic period. After Napoleon's defeat, Marche returned to Papal rule until 1860, when it was annexed to the unified Kingdom of Italy by a plebiscite. After the referendum of 2006, the 7 municipalities of Montefeltro were detached from the Provinces of Pesaro and Urbino to join the Province of Rimini (Emilia-Romagna). The municipalities were Casteldelci, Maiolo, Novafeltria, Pennabilli, San Leo, Sant'Agata Feltria, and Talamello.

Ancona

It is known for its wonderful beaches, such as Passetto Beach, and the hilltop Cathedral of San Ciriaco. In the city centre, the Fontana del Calamo is a fountain with bronze masks of mythic figures. In the port are the ancient Arch of Trajan and the Lazzaretto, or Mole Vanvitelliana, an 18th-century pentagonal quarantine station on its own island.

Pesaro

Near the grand Piazza del Popolo, there is Casa Rossini, the birthplace of the 19th-century opera composer Giachino Rossini, which features prints, sheet music, and multimedia displays. The Civic Museums within Mosca Palace house Renaissance paintings and a large collection of ceramics. Northwest, Mount San Bartolo Natural Park has trails and sweeping vistas of the Adriatic Sea.

Ascoli Piceno

Piazza del Popolo, an elegant Renaissance square in the centre, has travertine paving and the 13th-century Palazzo dei Capitani del Popolo, a palace built over Roman ruins. The Civic Picture Gallery, decorated with Murano glass chandeliers, displays paintings by Titian and Carlo Crivelli. Nearby is the cathedral of St. Emidio, with a crypt featuring elaborate mosaics.

Urbino

It is a pretty hilltop village and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is known for the 15th-century Palazzo Ducale. Inside the palace, the National Gallery of the Marche features paintings by Titian and Raphael, who were born in Urbino. Next to the neoclassical cathedral is the Museo Diocesano Albani, with religious artefacts dating back to the 13th century. 

Senigallia

Senigallia is a fishing port and a very nice seaside resort. The coast has amazing sandy beaches that are great for families with small children.

1. The Conero Riviera’s beaches

It is a true paradise in the heart of Marche. An astonishing green and wild nature, crystal clear waters, and sandy beaches characterise the Riviera del Conero. Sirolo, Numana, and Portonovo are known as the most beautiful beaches on the Adriatic coast. 

2. Gola del Furlo

Greenfields, rocky cliffs, and amazing forests: the landscape here is wonderful. You can explore the amazing scenery on foot as there are many hiking trails. 

3. Loreto, the mix of faith, art and culture

It is an important hill town in the province of Ancona and here you can find the most important attractions for pilgrims and Italy lovers. The atmosphere here is unique, especially in the Piazza della Madonna. Come and feel it! 

4. Corinaldo, the village of crazy people

It is known as the "village of crazy people" due to its bizarre legends and traditions. In any case, Corinaldo makes for a wonderful escape from the bustle of Italy’s coast. Especially in the summertime, when it is dead quiet and your only companions will be cats wandering the streets.

5. The Frasassi caves

The most famous chambers in the Frasassi Caves include the Great Cave of the Wind, which offers 13 kilometres of connected passageways to explore. There is also the Cave of the Bats, the Room of the Candles, a White Room (which has bright white calcite formations) and the Room of Infinity.

1. Explore Mount Conero. 

2. Participate in wine tasting.

3. Enjoy the beaches.

4. Taste the local food.

5. Go truffle hunting. 

The region's signature dish is vincisgrassi, (a pasta casserole with meat sauce). Other pastas like spaghetti alla chitarra, spaghettini, tagliatelle, and maccheroncini have also found their way into Marche dishes. Thus, in Marche, you will find other foods ranging from steaks, and lamb racks to fine seafood, and fish soup, all of which are bound to make you incredibly full and amazed. 

Go to Sibillini Mountains National Park.

These protected areas between Umbria and Le Marche consist of many different natural environments: mountains, rivers, streams, wooded forests, hills, and gorges. When exploring this spot, check out the Infernacico Gorge or mountaintop sites such as Piani di Castelluccio di Norcia, il Redentore, and the Pizzo del Diavolo. 

Explore the Conero Regional Park.

Mount Conero has a unique cliff with challenging mountain paths to climb. Steep paths lead the way through the Conero Regional Park, with views of green countryside, hills, rocky coasts, and cities.

Go to Gola della Rosa and Frassasi Regional Park.

This 90 square-kilometre park is a natural zoo of sorts. The park is said to be the most beautiful of all the protected parks in Le Marche. If you are visiting, be sure to check out the Grotte di Frasassi.

Discover Monte San Bartolo Regional Park.

It has a magical coastline but also plenty of rural inland areas. The park has a fascinating and wild environment with valleys, wooded areas and the coast.

Street markets can be found in most of the Marche city centres. Just keep in mind that they open early in the morning and usually work till midday.

One of the most important festivals is the Festa del Covo, a religious event held every year on the first Sunday of August in the small village of Campocavallo.

In Pesaro, the third Sunday of the month is called "Stradomenica," where it is possible to visit (for free or at the cheapest prices) monuments of the city or museums, and there is also a market dedicated to antique trade.

Among the sacred festivals and religious traditions, the rites of the Passion of Christ before Easter still have a central role in the local culture.

Campsites in Marche are well-equipped and usually have everything you need for your stay. Most of the campsites provide stays in pitches, fully equipped mobile homes and bungalows, and are pet-friendly. So, if you are planning to go camping here, do not leave your faithful friends at home, bring them along!

RV campsites are well-equipped and usually come with electricity connections and water drainage. 

Glamping is the new dimension of camping! In Marche, you can find some campsites that provide stays in safaris, lodges, and furnished tents.

Marche holiday parks welcome you with a combination of comfortable accommodation, many shops, a wide choice of restaurants and bars, and a variety of activities that blend harmoniously with the beauty of nature. Thus, almost all holiday parks are located near the beaches and are pet-friendly. It is the best choice if you are planning a holiday with your friends or family.