Grande Anello dei Borghi Ascolani

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. 1

    Ascoli Piceno to Venarottamoderate

    19 km559 m281 m

  2. 2

    Venarotta to Comunanzamoderate

    13 km598 m355 m

  3. 3

    Comunanza to Uscernomoderate

    11 km497 m355 m

  4. 4

    Uscerno to Roccafluvionemoderate

    11 km439 m795 m

  5. 5

    Roccafluvione to Acquasanta Termemoderate

    11 km571 m494 m

  6. 6

    Acquasanta Terme to Mozzanomoderate

    18 km616 m591 m

  7. 7

    Mozzano to Ascoli Picenomoderate

    17 km596 m985 m

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