Capodarco among hills, church art and the sea

Capodarco lies on the northeastern side of the Fermo hills and is considered a balcony overlooking the sea.

Hillside location and a notable ascent

The ascent to the center of Capodarco is approximately 3.7 km long and has an average gradient of 5.8 percent. This specific route profile is particularly important for cyclists when planning their trip. Those traveling by bicycle can take the length and gradient into account when assessing their own route, without needing to make additional assumptions about travel times or other sections of the route. For cycling enthusiasts, the ascent is a distinct section of the route; when planning personally, its length and average gradient can be considered together.

Churches, art and local history

The parish church of Santa Maria di Capodarco was built around 1905 in the Neoclassical style. It houses a 15th-century polyptych by Vittore Crivelli depicting the Madonna and Child, Saint Jerome, Saint John the Baptist, Saint Francis and Blessed Angelo Clareno. A parish museum is attached to the church. It contains liturgical vestments, sacred objects, tabernacles and processional lanterns.

The old church of Santa Maria di Capodarco dates back to 1358. The former church was converted into the Teatro Nuovo di Capodarco, which serves as a venue for arthouse cinema series. The Villa di Capodarco provides another historical connection: the historic villa was built at the beginning of the 20th century and is the historic site where the Capodarco movement began in 1966.

Events and cultural interests

The Gran Premio Capodarco is also part of the town's history and has taken place every year since 1964. Together with the ascent to the center, it creates a clear cycling theme, while the churches and the Teatro Nuovo appeal to other interests. The ascent to the center of Capodarco complements the annual Gran Premio Capodarco with a specific route detail for planning your own route locally. When choosing a hotel in Capodarco, you can therefore tailor your stay to your own interests: sacred art and architectural history, events and cinema culture, local history or cycling routes.

Museums and beaches nearby

The area around Capodarco is home to the Musei Scientifici Villa Vitali, a museum; the Palazzo dei priori, a palace; the Museo Archeologico, a museum; and the Museo Diocesano Fermo, a museum. The three beaches Spiaggia Lido di Fermo, Spiaggia Porto San Giorgio and Spiaggia Casabianca are also nearby. Acquarium - Porto S. Elpidio, a zoo, is additionally located in the area around Capodarco.

Further places to include in your travel plans

You can also include Petritoli, Porto Sant'elpidio, Fermo, Monte Rinaldo, Casette D'ete, Monte San Pietrangeli, Montefortino and Campofilone as destinations to consider.

Back to the higher-level travel overview: Fermo.