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The region of Le Marche, or Marches is situated in central Italy. The provinces include Ancona, the capital, Macerata, Pesaro-Urbino, Fermo, and Ascoli Piceno. The name of Le Marche is literally the plural of marca, meaning march. This is a reference to the many ancient ones that take place in this region. It borders Abruzzo, Lazio, Umbria, Tuscany, and Emilia-Romagna. It also shares a border with the republic of San Marino. There is a long coastline on the Adriatic Sea. Additionally, the region has mountainous terrain. It has much natural beauty and is a hidden gem amongst the central Italian regions. Tuscany and Umbria are more touristic but Marches has plenty to offer as well. This is a great place to pick up a pair of luxurious Italian shoes because it has a heavy tradition of shoe-making.

The Best Le Marche Beaches

THE BEST LE MARCHE BEACHESDue Sorelle Beach Mezzavalle San Michele Portonovo Spiaggia della Scalaccia Numana e Marcelli Spiaggia UrbaniIf you’re traveling to this...

Most Beautiful Italian Piazzas

AMAZING ITALIAN PIAZZAS The following article is a list of our favorite Italian piazzas. While the famous cities of Italy are...

Beautiful Central Italian Cities

From north to south, Italy is a lovely country for a number of cultural, historical, and natural aspects. Not to mention the food! The...

Why Choose a Le Marche Wedding?

If you want to get married, you should definitely consider a Le Marche wedding. This region of Italy is becoming increasingly popular with people...

The Cavalcata of Assunta

The Cavalcata of Assunta is the oldest historical re-enactment in Italy. It takes place every year in the city of Fermo, in the Marche...

Ancona, Le Marche

ANCONA Ancona is the capital of the Le Marche region, and therefore it's clearly a must visit during a trip to this region. Those travelling...

The Aficionados Guide to Le Marche Wines

LE MARCHE WINES Going Against the Trend When searching for a destination for wine-lovers, Italy has plenty of options to offer. Many will recommend Chianti, Tuscany,...

Where Should You Go on Holidays in Le Marche?

Holidays in Le Marche are perfect for everyone! Le Marche is perhaps one of the lesser-known regions of Italy but it’s a hidden gem....

The Untouched Furlo Gorge Nature Reserve

The Furlo Gorge Nature Reserve covers an area of over 3000 hectares of protected land. It was established in 2004. The towns included in...

Why Should You Give the Marche Wine Region a Chance?

Called “the New Tuscany”, the Marche wine region is one of Italy’s last untouched wine regions and a must see for gourmet travellers. Le...

The Magic of Le Marche

THE MAGIC OF LE MARCHE Many tourists opt for the most touristic Italian cities and regions: Tuscany, Lazio, or Lombardy, etc. This could be due to lack...

Why are the Frasassi Caves special?

The spectacular Frasassi caves are one of the main attractions of the Marche region of Italy. These caves are about 40 minutes’ drive from...