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Paradise Possible’s Itineraries
The Suitcase of Dreams
Organic
Natural Herbs on the South Circuit
They come in the most varied forms, periodically peeping out from the emerald leaves in the beautiful, blossoming and radiant meadows, in the shade of the oak trees or hidden amongst the small beech trees. We are left with only a few depositories of ancient and popular knowledge, capable of recognising wild, edible and tasty herbs to be cooked and enjoyed according to tradition.
Not to be missed
Piceno is a land full of surprises, hidden in the most unusual places. Try, for example, to gaze across the meadows and hillsides and distinguish between the green, fleshy seedlings that sprout up through the blades of grass. You would certainly never think that any of these were tasty or edible and you certainly can’t just experiment on a whim. It requires precise knowledge and an expert guide. We recommend you to try these wild herbs prepared by a local chef, perhaps after a day of discovery in region’s small villages.
The villages of Francavilla d’Ete, Montefiore dell’Aso, Smerillo and Petritoli have combined the use of natural herbs with the local traditions, matching them with other peculiarities in their own territories. To discover the riches of the small villages we suggest an itinerary that passes through this area and sets out from Francavilla d’Ete, which will bid you farewell from the ancient castle’s door, reworked and transformed to such an extent that today it appears similar to a seventeenth century triumphal arch.
Walking along the Tenna River and moving up towards the steep hills, you will reach the small village of Smerillo. Nature dominates the landscape and is beautifully tarnished by the work of mankind, which takes its form in small stone and brick houses, and arcades in which colourful vases of flowers show themselves off.
With a little courage you can go on to visit one of the most beautiful villages in Italy: Montefiore dell’Aso. The vast skyline stretches from the Sibillini Mountains to the sea, the historic centre is well preserved and the ancient Collegiata of St. Lucia dominates the heart of the village. The new Polo Museale di San Franceso winds its way through the austere ambience and is home to, amongst others, the Carlo Crivelli Room where the triptych that the artist made at the beginning of 1470s is exhibited.
How to get there
By car:
If you’re coming from the north or south take the A14 and exit at the Porto sant’Elpidio tollgate. Take the SP28 heading towards Campiglione di Fermo. Once you join this road follow the signs for Monte San Pietrangeli and Francavilla d’Ete. You’ll find the entire route here.
By plane:
The nearest airport is the Ancona-Falconara. It’s advisable to hire a car or to request a car rental with a driver by writing to us at travel@paradisepossible.com
By boat:
The nearest port is at Ancona. It’s advisable to hire a car or to request a car rental with a driver by writing to us at travel@paradisepossible.com
By train:
The closest stations are Ancona, Civitanova, Porto sant’Elpidio and Porto San Giorgio. The smaller villages are generally connected by a regional train service. For information and timetables visit www.trenitalia.it
Where to stay
Agriturismo MES-Petritoli
Immersed in the countryside, MES is enveloped by a special atmosphere that stimulates the discovery - or rediscovery – of a real connection with nature and the land. There are numerous opportunities for distraction, from the swimming pool to archery, from cookery classes to woodland walks, and it’s also possible to buy the organic products from the farm shop.
Where to eat
Agriturismo MES-Petritoli
Immersed in the countryside, MES is enveloped by a special atmosphere that stimulates the discovery - or rediscovery – of a real connection with nature and the land. There are numerous opportunities for distraction, from the swimming pool to archery, from cookery classes to woodland walks, and it’s also possible to buy the organic products from the farm shop.
We’d like to point out that on 30 October 2011 the following will take place at Agriturismo M.E.S.
10am – Ecology and biodiversity walk in the forest.
12:30pm – The ErbaOlio Menu – lunch according to the theme previously discussed (tel. +39 0734 655977)
All the Benefits of Booking through Paradise Possible
• 10% discount on all accommodations recommended by Paradise Possible
• possibility of visiting historical assets that are not usually available and not opened to the public
• assistance of experienced guides in art history with interpreter
• availability of the municipalities where the property is located
• availability of tourist reception at the farm contracted
• quality of courses tailor-made by experts for every itinerary
• assistance of experienced guides to adventure sports on the nature parks
• flexibility to take advantage of the itinerary with the same services for arrangement in group or in pairs.
Costs and methods of Payment :
• Each itinerary will be priced individually;
• For every booking of the itinerary it will be required a pay contribution for the number of people who will benefit of the Itinerary (*) to Paradise Possible and the 30% deposit for booking of accommodation at the selected facility.
• The methods of payment will be indicated by Paradise Possible, while the facility itself will show its own.
For more details on Marche Itineraries or to book, contact us us
now at travel@paradisepossible.com !
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