Territory » Province of Macerata

The province of Macerata offers the attentive visitor clear traces of settlements starting from the prehistoric era and magnificent examples of gothic and renaissance painting, together with mineral springs with strong beneficial and curative properties.

A trip to this land offers mysterious mountain peaks and continuous glimpses of enchanting landscapes, with small villages in the distance, a wealth of history and traditions, churches, mostly Romanesque, decorated with frescoes, footpaths and broad stretches of countryside, with an exceptional abundance of flora and fauna, aromas and curative waters, while the people are silent and hospitable.

The main craft traditions from the province relate to the working of leather, paper and wickerwork, the construction and restoration of furniture, terracotta, wrought iron and copper, home-weaving and silverware.

There are numerous traditional dishes and products, starting with mountain products such as truffles, mushrooms, cheese, cured meats, game, lamb and traditional pulses, to the celebrated high-quality products from the hills, such as wines, extra-virgin olive oil and beef from Marchigiana cattle, to conclude with fish soups and the infinite variety of fish dishes made with the products of the Adriatic Sea.

There is a wide range of opportunities for sport, from horse-riding to trekking in the equipped areas, archery and canoeing.

An infinite land, embraced by the peace of centuries.

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