Things to do in  Pesaro

Perched sternly above the medieval town of Gradara, this 12th-century castle is the setting of Dante’s love story of Paolo and Francesca—and the site remains storybook-ready, with its drawbridge and crenelated watchtower. Visit for an idea of what life might have been like during the Middle Ages, and savor the views from the ramparts.

Offering a lush respite from the busy resort towns that like the Adriatic Coast between Pesaro and Rimini, the Parco Naturale Monte San Bartolo is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Over a dozen trails crisscross the steep coastal clifftops, passing heritage woods, fields and vineyards, tiny hamlets, and hidden beaches.