Discovering Marche's coastline: San Bartolo, the Conero and the Riviera delle Palme

Discovering Marche's coastline: San Bartolo, the Conero and the Riviera delle Palme

The Marche coast stretches about 180 kilometres along the Adriatic, offering a mix of sandy beaches, rocky cliffs and sheltered bays. Towns such as Pesaro, Senigallia, Numana and San Benedetto del Tronto make for varied stops—from lively promenades to protected natural landscapes.

Standout spots include the Due Sorelle beach, accessible only by sea with its twin white stacks rising from the water, and Senigallia's Rotonda a Mare, a cultural landmark. The Monte San Bartolo and Conero headlands provide scenic walking routes and panoramic sea views.

• Water quality: in 2025 Marche secured 20 Blue Flags, acknowledging clean waters and quality services.
• Ports and boating: the region launched a maintenance and redevelopment plan for its harbours worth €1.6 million, with Civitanova Marche receiving about 37% of the funds.
• Maritime links: Ancona remains a strategic Adriatic hub for freight and passengers, with nearly one million passengers on ferry connections and a growing cruise season.

From equipped bath resorts to secluded coves and nature trails, Marche’s coastline offers options for family beach days, boating enthusiasts and travellers interested in combining seaside leisure with local maritime culture.