Once again, the arrival of spring brings with it one of Italy’s most cherished cultural events — the FAI Spring Days, a weekend dedicated to rediscovering the artistic and monumental treasures of our territory.
On Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 March, thanks to the tireless volunteers of the Italian Environmental Fund (FAI), visitors will be able to explore some of the most fascinating sites of the Conero area, from the Orto sul Colle dell’Infinito in Recanati to the splendid Villa Nappi in Polverigi.

Below is the list of places open for visits during this special weekend dedicated to beauty and heritage.

🏛️ ANCONA

Loggia dei Mercanti (Sat–Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m.)
Built in 1443 near the port, the Loggia dei Mercanti was a center for commerce and navigation. Its Venetian Gothic façade, adorned with sculptures and rich details, has been restored several times over the centuries. Today, it houses the local Chamber of Commerce.

Palazzo degli Anziani (Sat 3–5:30 p.m. / Sun 10 a.m.–1 p.m. and 3–5:30 p.m.)
Located on Ancona’s upper hill, this historic building offers panoramic views of the port. Once home to the city’s government, it later hosted the Civic Art Gallery and university classrooms. It remains a symbol of architectural continuity and restoration through time.

Teatro delle Muse (Sat 2–5 p.m. / Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m.)
The largest theater in the Marche region, combining neoclassical façades with a modern auditorium. Reopened in 2002, it hosts over 170 performances a year — from drama to concerts — as part of Marche Teatro, the region’s main cultural institution.

Convent of Santa Palazia (Sat 3–6 p.m. / Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m.)
Founded in 1590 and later converted into a prison, the convent shelters the remains of an air-raid shelter where over 700 people lost their lives in 1943. Partially destroyed by the 1972 earthquake, its arches now stand as a memorial to the city’s wartime past.

🕍 OSIMO

Villa Simonetti (Sun 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.)
Built in the 16th century by the noble Simonetti family, this villa was renovated in the 18th century by Luigi Vanvitelli. Surrounded by centuries-old trees, it still preserves its original frescoes and embodies the elegance of rural nobility in the Marche.

🏰 AGUGLIANO

Castel d’Emilio and San Francesco Complex (Sat 3–6 p.m. / Sun 10 a.m.–1 p.m. & 3–6 p.m.)
A fortified medieval village and National Monument since 1916, Castel d’Emilio boasts a crenellated gate attributed to Baccio Pontelli and a 12th-century Franciscan convent, now a cultural center and historical archive.

🌿 POLVERIGI

Rocca di Polverigi (Sat 3–6 p.m. / Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m.)
A medieval stronghold overlooking the sea and the Esino Valley, the Rocca is part of the “Land of Castles” and houses the elegant Palazzo Giamagli, known for its frescoes and antique furnishings.

Historic Center & Villa Nappi (Sat 3–6 p.m. / Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m.)
Polverigi’s old town, home to Villa Nappi, is a place where history and art intertwine. The villa, once the site of the 1202 peace treaty, now hosts InTeatro, an international performing arts festival.

📜 RECANATI

Orto sul Colle dell’Infinito (Sat–Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m.)
Overlooking the hills of the Marche, this garden — dedicated to Giacomo Leopardi’s poem L’Infinito — offers an atmosphere of peace and reflection. The panorama stretches from the Sibillini Mountains to the Adriatic Sea, evoking a timeless sense of infinity.

Palazzo Venieri (Sat 3–6 p.m. / Sun 10 a.m.–1 p.m. & 3–6 p.m.)
Commissioned in 1473 by Cardinal Venieri and designed by Giuliano da Maiano, the palace blends noble residence and defensive structure, with its Renaissance elegance still intact.

🌺 POTENZA PICENA

Gardens of Villa Buonaccorsi (Sat–Sun 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.)
This 18th-century villa, the summer residence of the Buonaccorsi family, is surrounded by one of Italy’s most beautiful Italian-style gardens, complete with fountains, terraces, and sculptures — a perfect harmony of art and nature.

📍 For details on all open sites and schedules, visit the FAI official website.