Why choose Le Marche?
Le Marche is one of Italy’s lesser-known regions, but it offers much of what travelers look for: beautiful landscapes, historic towns, good food and wine, and a slower, more authentic pace of life. Located between the Apennine Mountains and the Adriatic Sea, the region combines natural variety with cultural depth. It’s a place where you can enjoy both outdoor activities and meaningful local experiences—without the crowds you’ll often find in more popular areas like Tuscany or the Amalfi Coast.
This article outlines the main reasons why Le Marche is worth considering for your next trip to Italy.
For a landscape that offers everything—without the crowds
Le Marche stretches between the dramatic Apennines and the gentle Adriatic coastline, offering a landscape as diverse as it is harmonious.
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In the west, mountains rise steeply, carved by rivers and covered with wildflowers. The Monti Sibillini are perfect for hiking, biking, or simply retreating from the world.
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In the east, the Conero Riviera stuns with limestone cliffs and turquoise bays that rival the Amalfi Coast—but without tour buses or selfie sticks.
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And in between? A canvas of rolling hills, vineyards, and medieval villages, where golden wheat fields give way to silver olive groves.
Le Marche gives you mountains, sea, forests, and farmland—all in a single day's drive.
For the charm of authentic Italy
Tuscany is beautiful. But in many parts, it has been carefully curated for visitors. Le Marche feels different. Its villages are not polished for tourists—they’re lived in.
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Towns like Ascoli Piceno and Fermo still pulse with local life. Children play in ancient piazzas, and markets haven’t changed in decades.
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Urbino, a Renaissance gem, offers cultural richness without the crowds. It’s a university town, not a museum piece.
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Even coastal towns like Sirolo and Senigallia retain their identity: vibrant in summer, soulful in winter.
Many of Nice2stay’s accommodations are located within or near these characterful towns, allowing guests to fully experience the rhythm of local life
For a culinary culture grounded in simplicity and season
Le Marche's cuisine is honest and seasonal, these few local specialities you shouldn't miss on your holiday.
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Inland, try vincisgrassi—a lasagna older and richer than its Emilia-Romagna cousin.
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From the coast, taste brodetto, a complex fish stew that varies from town to town, each with its own fiercely defended recipe.
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Snack on olive all’Ascolana—meat-stuffed olives, breaded and fried—and pair it with a glass of Verdicchio, the crisp, mineral-laced white wine that has quietly gained international respect.
This is food made with pride, often by the same hands that harvested it.
For a slower, more meaningful way to travel
Le Marche doesn’t offer an itinerary and there are no box-ticking landmarks or blockbuster attractions. Instead, you’ll discover:
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A hidden Roman theatre behind a church.
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A family-run winery where the son pours while the father explains the soil.
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A lace-maker who doesn’t speak English but will teach you the art of tombolo with a smile.
For rich culture
This is a region rich in local heritage, for a Italian culture lover, these are few to discover on your way in Le Marche.
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The Rossini Opera Festival in Pesaro is as world-class as any in Milan, yet intimate and rooted in place.
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Medieval reenactments like La Quintana in Ascoli aren’t “shows”—they are civic traditions with deep emotional ties.
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The art is ever-present, whether in the grandeur of Urbino’s palaces or the serenity of a countryside chapel.
Culture in Le Marche isn’t something you visit. It’s something you walk into on your journey.
For the luxury of space and silence
In an age where travel often means battling crowds and schedules, Le Marche gives you back space. Here, luxury isn’t big, sleek shopping streets and rooftop bars. It’s waking to birdsong, driving an hour without seeing a tourist coach, authencity to the roots or enjoying an entire beach to yourself in late September.
Why choose Le Marche? Conclusion
Head to Le Marche to reconnect—with nature, with people, with simplicity, with yourself. It’s the perfect place for those who appreciate special discoveries without popular crowds, overpriced experiences, or overly commercialized settings. So if you're searching for the real Italy—elegant, unhurried, untouched by clichés—then Le Marche is your answer.