Urbino (Marche)

Panoramic view of Urbino and the Ducal Palace

Wiew of the Cathedral of Urbino

View of Urbino countryside

Urbino is a walled city in the Marche region of Italy, south-west of Pesaro, a World Heritage Site notable for a remarkable historical legacy of independent Renaissance culture, especially under the patronage of Federico da Montefeltro, duke of Urbino from 1444 to 1482. The town, nestled on a high sloping hillside, retains much of its picturesque medieval aspect. It hosts the University of Urbino, founded in 1506, and is the seat of the Archbishop of Urbino. Its best-known architectural piece is the Palazzo Ducale, rebuilt by Luciano Laurana.

Marche Highlights

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Things to Do and See in Italy in December 2021

This December in Italy is jam-packed with festive events from North to South so you’ll want to save our “best of” list on what to do and where to go.

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Christmas Market in Limatola Castle
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Autumnal vineyard in Piedmont
Italian Wine Villages to Visit in the Fall

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Things to Do and See in Italy in September 2021

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What you can't miss in Marche

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Best places to stay in Marche

Properties for sale in Marche

Appassionata, Fractional Ownership, Il Riposo, Patrignone, Le Marche, Italy
Fractional ownership in Montalto delle Marche
135000
Luxury 19th Cent. Villa On The Hills Of Pesaro, Le Marche 0
Villa in Pesaro
3600000
Prestigious Home With Dependance In Outstanding Location, Le Marche 0
Country Home - Restored in Pergola
1950000
2110 Completely renovated property. 0
Country Home - Restored in Acqualagna
550000
2198 Impressive stone farmhouse. 0
Country Home - Restored in Pergola
295000
2109 Very large farmhouse. 0
Country Home - Restored in San Lorenzo in Campo
385000
2170 Large country house 0
Country Home - Restored in Corinaldo
385000
2106 Beautiful farm consisting of 4 stone farmhouses. 0
Country Home - Restored in Mercatello sul Metauro
375000

Recipes From Marche

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Chichi Ripieno: Fabulous Focaccia of le Marche

This savory tuna pie from Le Marche will become your go-to picnic dish.

 

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Marche’s Unique Meat Sauce: Sugo al Ragù Piceno

Looking for the perfect pasta dish for the weekend? Francine Segan shares a very unique meat sauce from the Piceno province in the Marche region.

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Homemade Whole-Grain Tagliatelle

Our writer Cindy gives us the best recipe for homemade whole-grain 'tagliatelle,' a fresh pasta that is easier to make then it seems, from the northern and central areas of Italy 

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What others are saying about Marche

@fionacoyle57 asks:

Can anyone recommend a chimney sweep in the Fermo region of Marche, ideally between Amandola and Comunanza?

 

 

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@Italian adventurer asks:

Dear community,

We are currently looking into buying a property just outside of Macerata. Does anyone know of a good English speaking solicitor in the area as our Italian is very basic? 

Thank you

 

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@nick asks:

Household bills, have I thought of everything?

insurance, gas, electric, water, TARI and IMU......anything I’ve missed? We are in the process of buying a house near in Le Marche so any help/ guidance appreciated. One last thing; is IMU and TASI the same thing?

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