Sant Angelo in Pontano and the Le Marche region click here to go to video of Sant Angelo in Pontano
Sant' Angelo in Pontano is everyone's idea of the picture postcard Italian village. From with the medieval clock tower and the old men playing cards outside the bar to the ragazzi zooming around on their vespas and the elegant ladies sipping their morning cappucino Sant' Angelo in Pontano is the perfect backdrop to your Dolca Vita experience.
Sant' Angelo in Pontano lies in the foothills of the Sibilini mountains and is situated just outside the Sibilini National Park an area of outstanding natural beauty. Less than an hour's drive from Casa Cannavino you can find miles and miles of fantastic beaches, all with their own seaside amenities, from rustic chalets serving fried fish to glamorous beachfront nightclubs. Within an hour's drive you can find lovely old towns and villages such as San Ginesio, Macerata, Sarnano, and Servigliano. Slightly longer drives take yo to Urbino, Loreto, Assisi, Perugia and Ascoli, all great destinations for a day trip if the pool becomes too much for you. If shopping is your thing you will love the outlets such as Tods and Prada which are just across the road from each other and Tombolini all within an hour’s drive of Casa Cannavino. There are great markets nearby, and there is a list of when and where in the info pack in your holiday villa. |
For culture vultures there is a succession of festas during summer months with each village and town offering events such as music, dancing and regional food. The world reknowned Macerata Opera festival runs from 18th of July to the 10th of August this year and is a spectacular experience. The Roman remains at Urbisaglia are well worth a visit and English speaking guides are available. Treasures for art lovers include Crivelli's masterpiece in Monte San Martino, Titian's gozzi alterpiece in Ancona and the Ducal Palace in Urbino. |
"Although we've spent many summers in Tuscany this is our first foray into Le Marche and we are hooked!" Robin and family, The Netherlands Food and wine in Le Marche are more than just something you eat or drink. Here you can visit vinyards such as Il Pollenza near Tolentino, Norcia (admittedly just over the border in Umbria) the home of salami and cured meats, or go on a truffle hunt. How about adopting an olive tree and then going to "meet" it in person. |