
Grande Anello dei Borghi Ascolani
Marche, Italy
Marche, Ascoli Piceno to Ascoli Piceno
Distance
99 km
Stages
7
Difficulty
moderate
Best months
Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct
About
A 99.3 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.
Highlights
- Piazza del Popolo
- Chiesa di Santa Maria della Carità
- Torri gentilizie di Palazzo Merli
- Castello di Castignano
- Chiesa di San Francesco
Stages
- 1

Ascoli Piceno to Venarottamoderate
19 km559 m281 m
- 2

Venarotta to Comunanzamoderate
13 km598 m355 m
- 3

Comunanza to Uscernomoderate
11 km497 m355 m
- 4

Uscerno to Roccafluvionemoderate
11 km439 m795 m
- 5

Roccafluvione to Acquasanta Termemoderate
11 km571 m494 m
- 6

Acquasanta Terme to Mozzanomoderate
18 km616 m591 m
- 7

Mozzano to Ascoli Picenomoderate
17 km596 m985 m
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