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Marche Region Travel and Tourism information - Le Marche
Marche region of Italy, called the Marches in English, is a little touristed region bordering the Adriatic sea to the east, the Abruzzo region to the south, and Umbria region to the west. In the west of the Marche region are the Sibillini mountains, forming the Sibillini National Park and Nature Reserve. Urbino and Ascoli Piceno are the larger tourist towns in the Marche.
Marche Map and Travel Information
Marche region of Italy, called the Marches in English, is a little touristed region bordering the Adriatic sea to the east, the Abruzzo region to the south, and Umbria region to the west. Here is a map of the Marche region, with information about some of the best places to visit.
Marche Region Travel Highlights
Highlights of travel in the inland part of the Marche region.
Farrotecca Restaurant in le Marche
Review of the Farrotecca, a unique restaurant that specializes in farro dishes made from locally grown and produced farro products.
Gilded Bronzes from Ancient Rome
A rare exhibit of gilded bronze equestrian sculptures from the Roman age can be seen in the Museum of Gilded Bronzes. Read about the sculptures and how to see them.
Medieval Jousting Festival in Ascoli Piceno
Information about the Quintana or medieval jousting festival in Ascoli Piceno, Italy.
Sassoferrato Visitors Guide
Find information about the things to see in Sassoferrato and how to see them in this Sassoferrato Visitors Guide.
Beautiful Le Marche in Italy
A good introduction to the Marche region of Italy. There is a good news section. If you're going to the Marche at the last minute, you'll find some bargain lodging available, mostly in bed and breakfast type lodgings.
A Gazetteer of The Marche
Bill Thayer's excellent work on the history and archaeology of the Marche region of Italy.
Marche Voyager - Guide to Le Marche in Italy
Get Marche itineraries here, as well as an up-to-date events calendar. The "Live Map" is an interactive map with city links to illustrated blurbs on many cities in the Marche region.
My Italy - Le Marche
A personal guide to the Marche region from someone who loves Le Marche.
Wine Country in the Marches Region
Find out where the vineyards are in the Marche region.