Sirolo
Welcome to Sirolo, a gem on the Marche coast
Sirolo, a municipality in the province of Ancona in the Marche region, is a small pearl suspended between the Adriatic Sea and the hills of Monte Conero. With a population of just over 4000 inhabitants, Sirolo is a wonderful tourist destination that offers a variety of dream beaches and an unspoilt natural landscape. Here you will find all the information on beaches and places to visit in Sirolo.
Physical Geography
Sirolo is located south of the Marche region and is bathed by the waters of the Adriatic Sea. Much of its territory is included in the Conero Regional Park, a nature reserve protecting local fauna and flora.
A beautiful postage stamp features the Due Sorelle beach, one of Sirolo's eight beautiful beaches, for the pleasure of collectors and nature lovers.
Beaches
Sirolo is famous for its eight enchanting beaches, all different from each other. Among these are:
- the Urbani beach, located at the foot of the inhabited area, is composed of rocks and gravel and is the most convenient beach.
- the San Michele beach, accessible via the path that descends from the park of the Republic, offers a spectacular view of Monte Conero.
- the Sassi Neri beach, a continuous dark rock and rocky slabs along the shore, extends for about 600 meters and can be reached via the same means as San Michele.
- the Velare beach, also known as the Due Sorelle beach, is located at the foot of the two sea stacks. It is made up of gravel, white pebbles, and rocky spurs and can be reached via the trail of the “Passo del lupo” or by sea.
In addition to these, there are also the Lavori, Forni, Gabbiani, and Frati or Bo’ beaches. Tourists can choose between equipped and natural beaches.
Things to see in Sirolo
Sirolo offers much more than beautiful beaches. The town is characterized by old architecture and offers several panoramic points on the coast. We recommend visiting the San Nicola Cathedral, built in the 12th century, which is also the highest point of the citadel and offers a spectacular view. You can also visit the Torre dei Pali, the Torre Guelfa, the Palazzo del Podestà, the Teatro San Giuseppe, and the church of San Biagio.
Where to eat in Sirolo
Sirolo offers typical Marche dishes such as rustic pizza, brodetto alla marchigiana, stuffed olives, and wines from the Marche hills. Among the many restaurants, we recommend the Frati restaurant, the Torre restaurant, La Cucina di Colette restaurant, and the Taverna delle Vedove restaurant.
How to get to Sirolo
There are several options to get to Sirolo. By car, you can take the A14 motorway and exit at Ancona Sud. From there, Sirolo is about 25 minutes away by car. Alternatively, you can take a train to Ancona and from there a direct bus to Sirolo.
Conclusion
Sirolo is a gem on the Marche coast, an ideal destination for summer holidays. With its shaded beaches, its unspoiled natural setting, delicious cuisine, and historical monuments, Sirolo is a wonderful city. Come and visit it and you will be enchanted by its charm.
