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Ponte di Cecco – Piazza Arringo loop from Ascoli Piceno
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Ponte di Cecco – Piazza Arringo loop from Ascoli Piceno
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Ponte di Cecco – Piazza Arringo loop from Ascoli Piceno
01:11
4.48km
40m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: July 9, 2026
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822 m
Historic Center of Ascoli Piceno
Highlight • Historical Site
Ascoli Piceno is a city of remarkable medieval beauty located in the Marche region. Considered among the most monumental in Italy, this city stands out for its architecture and unique historical heritage. Characterized by towers and bell towers, the historic center is embellished by the warm golden color of travertine, a material that covers most of its streets. The location of the town is particularly suggestive, as it is surrounded on three sides by the waters of the Tronto and Castellano rivers, which converge at this point. The history of Ascoli Piceno embraces different eras, from the ancient times of the Romans to the period of Frederick II and beyond.
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918 m
Ponte di Cecco
Highlight • Bridge
It is the oldest bridge in the city and is still open to the public and can be crossed on foot.
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1.51 km
Baptistery of Saint John
Highlight • Religious Site
The building, dedicated to St. John the Baptist, shows three structures: an internal one from the Roman Augustan period, presumably a pagan temple dedicated to Hercules; an internal basin used as a baptismal font for immersion by the early Christians (400-500 AD), of which only the part of the hollow on the floor remains, and an external structure inspired by the canons of Romanesque architecture of the 10th-11th centuries. The external structure of the building is characterized by a lower square part (with two simple portals) and an octagonal upper part; the eight upper faces are adorned with three blind arches, except the face facing east, which has two groups of twin arches. A small lantern dominates the whole, while under the eastern facade you can see remains of Roman buildings.
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1.56 km
Cathedral of Saint Emygdius (Cattedrale di Sant'Emidio)
Highlight • Religious Site
The Cathedral of Sant 'Emidio is the main church of Ascoli Piceno, the first construction of which is very likely from around AD 400. The interior of the basilica was redesigned around 1530 together with a new facade and is full of special and extraordinary works of art. Below the sanctuary is the crypt in which the relics of St. Emidio are kept. Overall, this church is very worth seeing, as it is something special due to its magnificent and special equipment and shape. The two towers and the facade are - like so many "public" buildings from this time - made of travertine, many furnishings - especially those of particular importance such as figures of saints - made of marble. Unfortunately, the basilica is not always open to visitors, I was just lucky that a wedding took place here shortly before my visit and the sacristan allowed me to take a short tour of the church after the ceremony outside of the actual opening times - a small donation had to be made, of course 😇 🤫
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1.66 km
Episcopal Palace Gardens
Highlight • Structure
Located in the heart of Ascoli Piceno, the Giardini dell'Episcopio are an ancient episcopal space recently reopened to the public. The area is now perfectly maintained, with neat paths and lush vegetation offering an oasis of tranquility in the historic center.
In the center, we find a monumental circular basin fountain housing goldfish, often referred to simply as the putto (or bambino) fountain due to the travertine sculpture that tops it. At the far end of the gardens, there is also a small structure used for breeding doves.
In the center, we find a monumental circular basin fountain housing goldfish, often referred to simply as the putto (or bambino) fountain due to the travertine sculpture that tops it. At the far end of the gardens, there is also a small structure used for breeding doves.
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1.67 km
Statue of Saint Emidius
Highlight • Monument
Emidio was born in Trier, Germany, in 273 to a noble pagan family. His conversion to Christianity occurred thanks to the preaching of the saints Nazario and Celso: he became a catechumen, was baptized and devoted himself to the study of the Holy Scriptures. Having come into conflict with his family who tried in every way to bring him back to paganism, he left for Italy together with his three friends Euplo, Germano and Valentino. Upon arriving in Milan he was ordained a priest.
Following the persecution of Diocletian he had to flee to Rome where he found refuge with a certain Graziano. Here many miraculous healings were attributed to him.
The fame of the priest soon aroused the interest of Pope Marcellinus who ordained Emidio bishop of Ascoli and Euplo deacon, and entrusted them with the difficult mission of spreading Christianity in the important Piceno center (still almost completely pagan).
In Ascoli, the prefect was Polimio, the author of harsh repressions against Christians, who immediately ordered Emidio not to preach the good news, an order that was completely ignored.
Emidio also worked hard in Ascoli to heal the sick, which allowed him to convert a large number of Ascoli people. Polimio believed him to be the reincarnation of the god Aesculapius, and asked him to offer sacrifices to the gods, promising him his daughter Polisia in marriage. The Saint not only refused, but even converted Polisia to the Christian faith and baptized her in the waters of the Tronto river.
Polimio, warned of this, ordered the arrest of Emidio and sentenced him to capital punishment. The bishop did not hide and was beheaded while Polisia, sought out by her father, fled to Mount Ascensione and disappeared into a crevasse.
The feast of Sant’Emidio, patron saint of Ascoli Piceno, is August 5. His remains are preserved in the underground crypt of the Cathedral of Ascoli Piceno.
Following the persecution of Diocletian he had to flee to Rome where he found refuge with a certain Graziano. Here many miraculous healings were attributed to him.
The fame of the priest soon aroused the interest of Pope Marcellinus who ordained Emidio bishop of Ascoli and Euplo deacon, and entrusted them with the difficult mission of spreading Christianity in the important Piceno center (still almost completely pagan).
In Ascoli, the prefect was Polimio, the author of harsh repressions against Christians, who immediately ordered Emidio not to preach the good news, an order that was completely ignored.
Emidio also worked hard in Ascoli to heal the sick, which allowed him to convert a large number of Ascoli people. Polimio believed him to be the reincarnation of the god Aesculapius, and asked him to offer sacrifices to the gods, promising him his daughter Polisia in marriage. The Saint not only refused, but even converted Polisia to the Christian faith and baptized her in the waters of the Tronto river.
Polimio, warned of this, ordered the arrest of Emidio and sentenced him to capital punishment. The bishop did not hide and was beheaded while Polisia, sought out by her father, fled to Mount Ascensione and disappeared into a crevasse.
The feast of Sant’Emidio, patron saint of Ascoli Piceno, is August 5. His remains are preserved in the underground crypt of the Cathedral of Ascoli Piceno.
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1.86 km
Piazza Arringo
Highlight • Historical Site
This is not the position of Piazza Arringo
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2.46 km
Piazza del Popolo, Ascoli Piceno
Highlight • Historical Site
The Piazza del Popolo got its current appearance around the year 1500, when a systematic beautification of the square was carried out. The entire piazza is paved with travertine and is considered to be one of the most beautiful piazzas in Italy. On the sides of the piazza are the "Palazzo dei Capitani del Popolo" (today's town hall), the "Chiesa San Francesco" and the "Loggia dei Mercanti". Furthermore, several restaurants, wine bars and cafes are arranged around the pizza, including the well-known Caffè Meletti - just a beautiful place that invites you to linger and stroll.
At the piazza you will also find the "Palazzo dei Capitani del Popolo", today's town hall, which was built around 1530 in its current form. Under the architect Cola dell'Amatrice, it was created by merging three small buildings, with a new facade built in front of them to create a uniform front line, only the medieval tower remained unchanged.
At the piazza you will also find the "Palazzo dei Capitani del Popolo", today's town hall, which was built around 1530 in its current form. Under the architect Cola dell'Amatrice, it was created by merging three small buildings, with a new facade built in front of them to create a uniform front line, only the medieval tower remained unchanged.
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4.48 km
End point
Bus stop
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1.70 km
1.13 km
920 m
691 m
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2.56 km
1.75 km
134 m
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The last part is already the ascent to Colle San Marco...
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