La Citadella

Le Marche


Goat bells are likely to be your wake-up call at this serene agriturismo (farm stay) just outside the village of Montemonaco. With its simple rustic rooms, restaurant serving local, homegrown fare, swimming pool and uplifting views of the Sibillini mountains, it makes a great base for exploring the surrounding wilderness. Note there's a minimum two-night stay.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Le Marche attractions

1. Gola dell'Infernaccio

3.86 MILES

There's fine walking to be had in the spectacular mountain country near the village of Montefortino. A stunning, and relatively accessible route, leads…

2. Centro Storico

10.47 MILES

Sarnano's medieval centre sprawls up the hillside in a tangle of steep cobbled lanes and attractive red-brick houses. Climb to the top and you'll come to…

3. Museo dell'Arte Ceramica

11.97 MILES

The Museo dell'Arte Ceramica traces the development of ceramic production in Ascoli and displays works from Italy's famous pottery towns, including Deruta…

4. Torre degli Ercolani

11.97 MILES

This 40m-high tower is closed to the public but is the tallest of the town's medieval towers. Abutting it is the Palazzetto Longobardo, a 12th-century…

6. Chiesa di San Pietro Martire

12.06 MILES

The 14th-century Chiesa di San Pietro Martire is dedicated to St Peter of Verona, the 13th-century saint who founded the Dominican community at Ascoli…

7. Chiesa di San Francesco

12.19 MILES

This monumental church, its southern flank edging onto Piazza del Popolo, is named after St Francis, who is said to have visited Ascoli in 1215. It was…

8. Piazza del Popolo

12.2 MILES

This harmonious piazza has been Ascoli's salotto (drawing room) since Roman times. The elegant rectangular space is flanked by the Chiesa di San Francesco…