Portonovo

Portonovo extends along a gravel and rocky beach within Conero National Park, featuring Mediterranean vegetation and white limestone formations at the foot of Monte Conero.

The Clementina Tower was constructed in 1716 to defend against pirate attacks, while the Napoleonic Fort, built in 1810, protected against British naval invasions.

The Church of Santa Maria di Portonovo, mentioned in Dante's Divine Comedy, stands as a notable example of Italian Romanesque architecture from the 11th century.

The bay contains multiple beach establishments, hotels, restaurants specializing in local seafood, and hiking trails connecting different areas of the coastline.

Local fishermen harvest wild mussels called moscioli, recognized by Slow Food for their thick shell concretions and intense flavor from the limestone-rich waters.

Location: Ancona

Elevation above the sea: 7 m

GPS coordinates: 43.56444,13.59111

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:56