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During the event organized by the Pesaro Camper Club in Monte Grimano Terme, the ceremony took place to award the prestigious “Comune Amico del Turismo Itinerante” (CATI) recognition, one of the most important projects promoted by the Unione Club Amici, a federation that includes over 125 associations across Italy.

Before the CATI plaque was awarded, the new functional camper area on Via Pascoli was inaugurated. About 50 campers were present, along with Mayor Elia Rossi, members of the Municipal Council and local councilors, representatives of the Pro Loco, several mayors and councilors from neighboring municipalities, local Carabinieri and Forestry Carabinieri representatives, the area designer, the owner of the company that carried out the work, the national project manager Gabriele Gattafoni, the Central-East Area President Maria Pepi, and the President of the Pesaro Camper Club, Giuliano Giommi.

Mayor Elia Rossi, while thanking the campers and all the guests, emphasized the importance of itinerant tourism as a key economic resource for small villages. Maria Pepi, after presenting the activities and initiatives of the national federation in support of campers, thanked the Municipal Administration for joining the project, the organizers of the event, and the citizens for their hospitality, and read the greeting and thank-you message from the National President of the Unione Club Amici, Ivan Perriera, delivering to the Mayor the certificate of membership in the national circuit “Comune Amico del Turismo Itinerante.”

Giuliano Giommi, President of Pesaro Camper Club, presented the Mayor with the CATI plaque to be placed at the entrance of the village. Gabriele Gattafoni highlighted that this form of tourism is the only one not dependent on seasonality and aligns with the expectations of small villages, noting that the recognition awarded to the municipality is not just a sign, but a gesture of welcome to the world of “Living While Traveling.”

By joining this circuit, the Municipality of Monte Grimano Terme will gain national promotional visibility, showcasing its historical, cultural, and gastronomic excellence at all relevant fairs across Italy.

On August 19, World Photography Day was celebrated. Capturing the moment, freezing an instant to relive it again and again over time—years, even centuries—is the great power of photography. It allows a single second to last forever.

Photography is a true art, not limited to the mechanical act of “taking a photo,” but enriched by light, shadows, and sensations. World Photography Day is celebrated every year on August 19 to remind us of the importance of this innovation, which today may seem commonplace, but at the time was a remarkable achievement.

When Was World Photography Day Established

World Photography Day was established in 2010 by Australian photographer Korske Ara. The date was chosen deliberately: it is the same day in 1839 when physicist François Arago presented the daguerreotype to the Academy of Sciences and Visual Arts in Paris—the first photographic process for developing images.

Developed by the Frenchman Louis Jacques Mandé Daguerre, this process produced a single positive image. It was not reproducible and was made on a silver or silvered copper plate, sensitized in a darkroom and exposed to iodine vapors.

The Most Beautiful Photos from Music Week

In July, the village of Monte Grimano Terme became the natural stage for Music Week. Young musicians from all over Italy practiced and performed along the streets of the town, giving the community seven days of magical melodies and sounds.

Alongside Music Week, a photography contest was held, won by Claudio Giani and Tiziana Selva, with Filippo Farinelli receiving third-place recognition. Here are some of their most beautiful shots…

 

On Saturday, July 31, yet another event took place in the village of Monte Grimano Terme. Many evenings like this are bringing life to our summer nights like no other town in the valley, with activities for all ages.

Borgo Di Vino, organized by the Associazione Culturale Futuro Monte Grimano Terme, attracted many people to the historic center, especially young people, for an evening of good food, music, and glasses of wine.

The evening began at the Giardini Unità d’Italia with an aperitif at sunset. It continued with a dinner of local products and handmade pasta along the streets of the historic center and concluded with a fire show in Piazza Matteotti.

The organizers, all young people from Monte Grimano and the surrounding area, wanted to recreate the 2019 edition of the event. A successful gathering and organizational effort that will definitely need to be repeated… Here are the most beautiful photos by Greta Petrulli.

The signs of a united community come especially from the smiles of our children, who, when they return home after a day at Summer Camp, have so many stories to share with their parents.

All of this has been made possible thanks to the educators Greta, Francesca, and Chiara, who throughout July played with over 40 boys and girls of different ages, organizing fun activities, games, trips to the pool, visits with animals, and the grand finale at the Fiabilandia Park.

The message below comes directly from them. All we can do is thank them…

And don’t forget August continues with park snacks!

“As this month—and above all this wonderful experience—comes to an end, let’s look back on what has been accomplished over these past four weeks full of games, food, smiles, tears, victories, and defeats.

We thank Ramona Naghi for her soccer lessons, Francesca Andreani for volleyball, Federico Bombini for basketball lessons and for sharing this journey with us.

We thank Monia Cosmi from the Caramella farm for passing on her love for wheat and bread.

We thank Michele Rinaldi and Claudio De Angeli for driving the minibuses to magnificent places—our gratitude for their small but immense help. We thank “La Faggiola” for the wonderful morning spent between the pool and animals, fully immersed in nature.

We thank the Municipal Civil Protection Group of Monte Grimano Terme, the one from Macerata Feltria, and Provincial Head Odelco Melini for dedicating a morning to our children with the goal of informing them, but above all, making them have fun.

We cannot fail to thank the cook Simonetta Brigidi for providing delicious meals every day, never disappointing, and above all, for being more than a cook: a support, an example, and a friend to us and the children.

Finally, we thank everyone who made this possible: the municipal administration, Coop. Officina Creativa Montefeltro, Cooperativa Fabbrica delle Idee, the parents who trusted us with every proposal, and the children, who learned but also taught so much every day.

We carry you all in our hearts!”

Greta, Francesca, Chiara

Tuesday, July 13 was much more than just a meat dinner. It recalled what used to be the largest Meat Festival, which until not long ago was one of the main events of the summer in Monte Grimano Terme. Most of all, it honored our friend Franco Vescovelli, whom the entire Monte Grimano Terme community knew.

Franco, taken from us far too soon by fate, was the photographer for all of us, the butcher for all of us—the friend for all of us…

Even the weather didn’t interfere with this beautiful evening. It rained everywhere in the late afternoon—everywhere except Monte Grimano Terme, as if someone up there held the clouds back to keep the “celebration” safe.

Many of you joined in memory of Franco, with I Giovani Valconca offering a few hours of games for the little ones while the adults enjoyed excellent local meat prepared by Massimo and all the volunteers of the Pro Loco Monte Grimano Terme.

After the Romantic Night and Italy’s Euro 2020 victory, which brought joy to all of us, summer evenings now bring even more life to a community eager to restart after a dark year of Covid. May this dinner, in memory of Franco, serve as the springboard for the great return of the “Festa della Carne.”

The story we want to share today is about an Albergo Diffuso that has brought life and tourism back to Isola Santa.

The village? A hidden paradise nestled beneath the peaks of the Alpi Apuane. In the 1950s, the peaceful life of the village’s inhabitants changed drastically due to the construction of a dam for hydroelectric exploitation of the Turrite Secca stream. The creation of an artificial reservoir submerged part of the village. Only the higher part of the village was spared, including the Church of San Jacopo and its bell tower.

Later, stability problems arose for the settlement, caused by the large daily fluctuations required by the electricity company managing the dam. By the mid-1970s, the last inhabitants of Isola Santa were able to secure safer housing elsewhere, and the village was completely abandoned.

The Rebirth of Isola Santa

In recent years, thanks to the area’s growing tourism—attracting visitors in every season—the village has come back to life. This was made possible through a major restoration project led by local residents and the former mayor of Careggine, Mario Puppa, which resulted in the recovery of several buildings and the creation of an Albergo Diffuso.

Monte Grimano Terme and the “Albergo Diffuso”

Monte Grimano Terme, fortunately, has never faced the challenges of Isola Santa. It boasts several beautiful, active accommodations and a strong, engaged community. However, after the closure of the thermal spa, the tourism sector suffered the most.

Now, with the rise of new tourism markets—active tourism, slow tourism, and cycle tourism—our area has become highly sought after, especially by foreign visitors. The historic center, which is the heart of the territory, still has some vacant houses. Who knows—perhaps one day, thanks to its strong community, Monte Grimano Terme could also become an Albergo Diffuso.

Opened just a few weeks ago, the new stunning property in Montelicciano Montelicciano, launched by two young entrepreneurs who moved from the Romagna Riviera to start a new venture in our area, is already fully booked for the summer. A well-deserved and carefully sought-after success.

An excellent start for Christian and Giacomo, confirming the tourism revival of the territory. In fact, Greenwood Luxury Home is not the only accommodation fully booked. Other local hospitality businesses are also nearly at capacity with tourists and participants of the “Music Week.”

We look forward to welcoming you to Monte Grimano Terme for a walk, a bike ride, or to take part in one of the many events planned for this fantastic summer. Unspoiled nature, relaxation, tranquility, and breathtaking views await.

The Monte San Lorenzo Astronomical Observatory is reopening and will resume its educational activities, welcoming the public starting summer 2021. Don’t miss this observational summer, full of a renewed spirit of sharing.

From now on (and every Friday until September), it will be possible to BOOK access to the facility via WhatsApp by sending a message to: 371/4316060, providing a name and the number of participants, divided into adults and children. Confirmation of your evening will be sent by 6:00 PM via the same WhatsApp number.

Reservation via WhatsApp is MANDATORY, with a minimum contribution of €5 per person. Children under 6 enter free. Maximum number of bookings: 30 people.

The observatory awaits you to enjoy a beautiful starry sky together.

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We’re back from a weekend of sunshine and beautiful rides through our fantastic territory. Thanks to EBike Experience, many tourists explored our hills and admired the stunning Valconca valley from our village of Monte Grimano Terme.

A dive into the unspoiled nature of Montefeltro Montefeltro for the whole family…