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Porta San Nicola and Civic Tower

Porta San Nicola is not only a symbol of the defensive past of Poggio San Marcello but also a testament to its cultural identity, a place that invites discovery of the history and authenticity of a small jewel of the Marche region.
Culture

Church of Sant’Angelo

The Church of Sant'Angelo (or Saint Michael) is a small chapel of modest artistic pretensions, built in masonry around 1881. It consists of a single, modest room whose dimensions are approximately 4 meters by 5 meters. Currently, although it appears to be in fair condition, it is no longer used, as the presence of worshippers in the location where it is situated has steadily decreased.
Houses and Fortifications

Porta Del Soccorso
Culture

War Memorial
Culture

Church of Santa Croce and Fornace

The Church of Santa Croce in Poggio San Marcello, built in the 18th century, represents a testimony to local tradition, combining art, history, and the important contribution of the local kilns in the area. Originally an oratory, it preserves architectural and decorative elements that recall the craftsmanship of the territory, known for the production of ceramics and brickwork (laterizi). The church is a fascinating place of worship, which tells the story of a community deeply rooted in the local culture.
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Tarcisio Tassi Avenue and Corriola Street
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Historical or naturalistic trails
The Trabocco Park: a hidden gem between Montecarotto and Poggio San Marcello
Trabocco Park is a natural area of rare beauty located in the "vallicola" that marks the boundary between the municipalities of Montecarotto and Poggio San Marcello. The trail that runs through it once represented an important connection between the two villages. In recent decades, the path has been abandoned and overtaken by wild vegetation, but in 2006, the area was partially reclaimed. The name originates from the presence of a dozen "trabocchi" in the area, small weirs used to slow down the flow of water and stabilize its erosive effect. The park has an elevation of about 233 meters above sea level and covers an area of about 263,214 square meters, located within the territories of the municipalities of Montecarotto and Poggio San Marcello. The morphology of the land, shaped by the close proximity of the hill slopes, creates a watershed particularly rich in surface waters in autumn and spring. The Fossato stream forms a "Y" shape with its tributary and flows for 9.5 km before merging into the Esino River. Inside the park, there are several trails to explore through the various points of interest: – The ancient ruined mill – The waterfalls – The wild meadows
Immagine associata all'itinerario: FROM GATE TO GATE – A walk inside the castle walls
Urban Path
FROM GATE TO GATE – A walk inside the castle walls
Through the entrance gate, the village gradually unveils itself, enveloped in an ancient and intimate atmosphere. There is no clamor of the modern city to be heard outside the walls, only the quiet breath of a place that has preserved its history intact. Continuing along the path, you arrive at the Church of Saint Nicolò, a place of worship that is simple yet rich in history. Its interior welcomes visitors in an atmosphere of peace, with its sober naves and decorations that tell the story of past devotion. Here, the people of the village would gather for solemn occasions, surrounded by rituals and prayers that still seem to echo through the walls. A little further on, you encounter the Town Hall, a building that still today represents the heart of the village's administrative life. With its austere facade and interior rooms once filled with the decisions of the community, the palace stands as a witness to the local government that, over the centuries, regulated the life of the village through edicts, meetings, and proclamations. The narrow cobbled streets wind their way between the stone houses of the villagers, with heavy wooden doors and small windows, almost as if to protect against the weather and the passage of time. Here lived craftsmen, merchants, and farmers, whose voices once filled these now silent alleys. Some of these houses still bear carved coats of arms or faded frescoes, reminders of the industrious past of the community. As you continue through the alleys, with glimpses of stone and flower-filled corners, the walk leads to the Church of Santa Maria del Soccorso, the final stop before crossing the castle threshold once more. The sanctuary, with its elegant simplicity, has preserved centuries of faith and devotion. Upon entering, the soft glow of candles lights the altar, where the icon of Our Lady of Soccorso watches over travelers and the villagers. It is a place of reflection, a final farewell before leaving the walls and returning to the present. With one last glance at the stone buildings and the alleys that intertwine behind you, you pass through the gate again, taking with you the images and stories of a village that still lives in its time, suspended between the past and the present.