The town of Grottammare is located in the province of Ascoli Piceno and overlooks the Adriatic coast with its beaches golden and crystal clear sea that are one of the main tourist attractions of the place.

The resort is characterized by its particularly favorable position, immersed in the vegetation, which ensures a mild and pleasant climate throughout the year. Grottammare is characterized by the presence of palm trees and orange plants that appear in the very coat of arms of the city.

This is distinguished by its characteristic ancient village that, over the centuries, has preserved its original appearance with the houses in warm colored brick, beautiful churches and stately buildings. In the medieval village you can visit two museums of great importance in which artistic works are exhibited that testify to its history. The most impressive buildings are located in Piazza Peretti, a splendid square where you can admire the Priorale Palace, the Teatro dell'Arancio and Altana dell'Orologio. Not to be missed is the Tower of the Battle that has been recently restored and that runs along the city walls.

Very interesting to visit are also the Art Nouveau villas, which are most located on the seafront of Viale Colombo. Some examples of these buildings are Villa Marucchi, with a typical Pompeian red color and Villino Matricardi-Cola, an excellent specimen of Art Nouveau architecture.

In Grottammare there are also numerous churches worth visiting, including the church of San Martino. The latter is located on the road that goes from the port to the ancient village and houses a very beautiful fresco: the Madonna della Misericordia. Another church not to be missed is that of Saint Lucia, wanted by Pope Sixtus V who was born in Grottammare.

This place is very much alive throughout the year, especially in summer, when festivals, events & lt; /em> outdoors and excursions along the cultural and landscape itineraries of this location. One of the most evocative events to attend is the Holy Jubilee, which recalls a historical event according to which Pope Alexander III had to land on the Grottammare coast due to a furious storm. Following the great demonstration of affection received, the pope decided to grant a plenary indulgence to the citizens of this locality.

So what are you waiting for? sea, history, fun and much more await you only here, in Grottammare!