Area Camper Piccolo Ranch

The first place on your to-visit list should probably be Arcevia (20 minutes’ drive), named among I Borghi più belli d’Italia (most beautiful villages in Italy) and at the centre of the Nine Castle of Arcevia. These aren’t actually in the village itself but in the surrounding area – touring them all, taking in the villages of Avacelli, Montale, Loretello and others, makes a fabulous day out. The area around the site has some other low-key attractions to check out, too – these include the Roman remains near Castelleone di Suasa (10 minutes), the grand fortress of Rocca Roveresca Mondavio (20 minutes) and the village of Corinaldo (20 minutes), birthplace of Saint Maria Goretti. The gleaming exhibits of Musei dei Bronzi Dorati and the toy displays of Museo del giocattolo are both about 20 minutes away. For a big-ticket day out, head to Grotte di Frasassi (35 minutes) for a tour of one of Europe’s largest karst cave systems, or stroll around the historic centre of Senigallia (40 minutes) before hitting the beach.