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Staying at Villa Fortezza B&B means more than just visiting Ascoli Piceno; it’s discovering an extraordinary region that changes dramatically within a few kilometers.Historic villages, panoramic mountains, the sea, nature, and ideal roads for cyclists.In the new edition of the “In the Stone City” guidebook, which we offer to all our guests, we’ve added a collection of selected itineraries designed to explore Ascoli Piceno and its surrounding areas slowly and with curiosity, whether by car or bicycle. These are perfect for guests staying at Villa Fortezza who want to use it as a base for visiting the fantastic places nearby.
BEYOND ASCOLI – BY CAR
Offida, Ripatransone, Grottammare and San Benedetto del TrontoLoop – around 85 km (East / North-East) – Historic villages, scenic hills and the “Riviera delle Palme”Offida (Santa Maria della Rocca church, crypt, old town, Carnevale)Ripatransone (Medieval walls and breathtaking views)Grottammare (beach and upper old town)San Benedetto del Tronto (port, South Wharf – Molo sud art walk, seafront promenade, seafood restaurants)Sentina Nature Reserve.
Civitella del Tronto24 km round trip (East / South-East) – One of Italy’s most charming fortified villages
Bourbon fortressHistoric old townCampovalano necropolisCampli Archeological MuseumClimbing cliffsTraditional Abruzzo cuisine.
Montagna dei FioriApproximately 50 km round trip (South) – Scenic view of the Sibillini and Laga mountains, offering long and short hikesHermitage of San MarcoPianoro di San Marco (restaurant and picnic area)Tre Caciare (circa 1.500 m altitude).
Castel Trosino and Ceppo – Approximately 31 km round trip (South-West)Castel Trosino, village on a rocky buttressCeppo (1.334 m), nature, hiking, restaurants and camping in the Lagi mountains.
Laturo (Valle Castellana) – Approximately 31 km round trip + plus a short walkA “ghost town” deep in the woods, charming and silent.
Acquasanta Terme and Cascata della Prata – Around 54 km round trip (West)
PaggeseLu Vurghe (sulphurous springs)UmitoLa Prata waterfall (last stretch on foot)
Pretare, Castelluccio di Norcia and Forca Canapine – Loop – around 110 km (West) – One of the most spectacular itineraries of the Apennine mountainsPiani di CastelluccioLentils in bloom (June)Typical local products and unique viewsWalks of various lengths around Mount Vettore (2.476 m.)
Porchiano and Monte Ascensione – 11 km round trip + pathAscensione BadlandsSemi-abandoned villageBenches with panoramic viewsOption to climb to the summit
THE SAME TRIPS…BY BIKE”
In the Stone City” also includes detailed cycling itineraries, with mileage, elevation gain, traffic information, and dirt roads, ideal for gravel, road, and e-bikes.Among the most popular:Seaside–Village Loop (Offida – Ripatransone – Riviera)Montagna dei Fiori loopsSibillini Tour with Castelluccio.
All within a day’s length, without changing accommodation.
With “In the Stone City,” we want to offer you not just a stay, but a way of traveling.
