Grande Anello dei Borghi Ascolani
Marche, Italy
Italy · Ascoli Piceno, Italy → Ascoli Piceno, Italy
Distance
99 km
Stages
7
Difficulty
moderate
Best months
Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct
About
A 100 km loop through the heart of Piceno. Seven stages, each a brushstroke of history, medieval churches, ancient walls, and sun-drenched vineyards.
The Grande Anello dei Borghi Ascolani begins and ends in Ascoli Piceno, where the air is rich with the scent of fresh olive oil. Offida’s wines beckon, while Castignano’s fortifications whisper tales of centuries past.
With 3,876 metres of elevation gain, it’s a moderate challenge. Perfect for beginners, this cultural walk invites you to savor local traditions, all while wandering through Italy’s timeless landscape.
Stages
7 stages
Stage 1Ascoli Piceno → Venarotta
moderateDistance19 kmAscent559 mDescent281 m
Stage 2Venarotta → Comunanza
moderateDistance13 kmAscent598 mDescent355 m
Stage 3Comunanza → Uscerno
moderateDistance11 kmAscent497 mDescent355 m
Stage 4Uscerno → Roccafluvione
moderateDistance11 kmAscent439 mDescent795 m
Stage 5Roccafluvione → Acquasanta Terme
moderateDistance11 kmAscent571 mDescent494 m
Stage 6Acquasanta Terme → Mozzano
moderateDistance18 kmAscent616 mDescent591 m
Stage 7Mozzano → Ascoli Piceno
moderateDistance17 kmAscent596 mDescent985 m
Points of interest
- Grotte dell'Annunziata
- Castel di Luco
Castel di Luco. Castle, in Acquasanta Terme, Italy, designated as Italian national heritage.
- Asculum Picenum
- Ascoli Piceno (Samian Ware Discovery Site)
- Palazzetto Longobardo
- Fortezza Pia
- Palazzo Marcucci
Palazzo Marcucci. Palace, in Ascoli Piceno, Italy, designated as Italian national heritage.
- Ponte Tufillo
Ponte Tufillo. Bridge, in Ascoli Piceno, Italy, built in stone.
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