Numana between ancient history and the coast

Numana offers something for a range of interests: the Antiquarium Statale di Numana traces the area’s development from prehistoric times to the Roman period, while Marina di Numana is a starting point for discovering the beaches and nature of the Riviera del Conero. There is also a traditional October celebration, cycling tours and guided boat tours. If you’re looking for a hotel in Numana, you can first decide whether ancient history, coastal scenery or a particular activity will shape your stay.

Ancient history at the Antiquarium

The Antiquarium Statale di Numana presents the historical and cultural development of ancient Numana and the Riviera del Conero from prehistoric times to the Roman period. One particularly detailed topic is the richly furnished tomb assemblage of the Regina di Sirolo. It includes Attic and Picene vessels, bronze objects, ivory, bronze and amber jewellery, as well as the remains of a two-wheeled cart and a war chariot. The assemblage brings together different materials and types of objects within a single group. This offers two ways to put it in context: the time span covers several eras, while the tomb assemblage focuses on a specific group of objects.

Coast, boat tours and ferry connection

A large white rock defines Spiaggia del Frate; it is called Sasso del Bo or Sasso del Bue. Marina di Numana is a starting point for discovering the beaches and nature of the Riviera del Conero. Guided boat tours in Conero may include views of cliffs and caves, as well as swimming stops. If particular views or a swimming stop are important to you, check before planning whether they are included in the specific tour. There was also a direct ferry connection from Numana to Due Sorelle beach. Check the availability and operating details of this connection before your trip.

Traditional event in October

The traditional Cristo-Re celebration takes place in Numana on the last Sunday in October and has its roots in the local community’s old customs. This gives you a specific date to consider when planning your trip, unlike the Antiquarium’s long historical time span. If you’d like to plan your trip around the celebration, check the date for the relevant year.

Cycling and wine production

Cycling tours from Numana combine seascapes with the scents and colours of the Mediterranean maquis. The Anello cicloturistico del Conero, by contrast, is rated difficult. The landscape description and difficulty rating answer different questions; if you’re considering this named circular route, take its rating into account when deciding.

Wine production offers another distinct regional connection: around twenty wineries in the Numana area produce Rosso Conero DOC and Rosso Conero Riserva DOCG from Montepulciano and Sangiovese grapes. If you’re interested in local wines, you can include them in your trip planning alongside archaeology, the coast and cycling.

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