Visit our hinterland, immerse yourself in nature and in history.

Near Gabicce Mare has castles and historic towns, natural parks and entertainment.

Territory

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Gradara - 5 km

Gradara is an ancient fortified village situated on a hill between the Marches and Romagna Region. It is located just 10 minutes drive from the sea resort of Cattolica. It is known for its middle aged Malatesta Fortress, a completely refurnished museum that can be visited all year round.

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Pesaro - 16 km

Provincial capital, overlooking the sea, is a seaside resort and industrial use. Its historic center is rich in Renaissance monuments such as the Palazzo Ducale and the birthplace of Gioacchino Rossini.

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Rimini - 27 km

City known summer resort in the world is full of hotels, night clubs, bathing and history (to visit Tiberius Bridge, Malatesta Temple, Piazza Cavour.

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Urbino - 39 km

Located on an Apennine hill at 485 meters upon sea level Urbino has kept its character as a centre of art and culture. Its heart is the Renaissance Palazzo Ducale, the symbol of the city that now houses the Galleria Nazionale delle Marche with masterpieces such as the paintings by Piero Della Francesca and Titian. Another point of interest is Raphael's birthplace where you can admire a fresco of his young days. Don't miss a visit to the neo-classic Cathedral, the Palaces that house the University, the Churches of San Domenico, San Francesco and San Sergio.

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San Marino - 40 km

The State of San Marino is the third smallest country in Europe and the oldest republic in the world. San Marino is located on the slopes of Mount Titan. It has its Mint, its own stamps, a soccer team and an army. Do not miss the wonderful forts linked by three walkways below the citadel with a triple ring of walls. Anywhere in the territory, especially from the top of his mountain, the visitor can enjoy a unique and unforgettable landscape: from the plain of the northern Emilia Romagna Region to the hills of the Marches as well as from the Montefeltro mountains to the Adriatic Sea.

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San Leo - 57 km

High up on a huge rock in the Marecchia Valley, about 30 km from Rimini, there is San Leo. You'll reach it climbing up the mountains on a unique road, high up on a huge rock. On the top lies the Fortress. This military sentinel has been enlarged around the 1600th c. and converted into a prison for famous prisoners like the illustrious Count of Cagliostro and Felice Orsini. The panorama from St. Leo is simply breathtaking.

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Loreto - 112 km

This unique place of worship and pilgrimage since the middle Ages contains in its solemn Basilica the most important relic of Christianity, the house of the Holy Family from Nazareth. Among these walls Maria was born and among these walls Jesus lived up to his 30 years of age.

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Frasassi - 119 km

The Frasassi Caves are within the Regional Natural Park of Gola della Rossa and Frasassi, in the province of Ancona. They represent with their 30 km long tunnels the biggest and most fascinating underground world. These stone caves have been discovered in 1948 and are since then among the most popular inland tourist attractions.

Parcs

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Acquario di Cattolica - Cattolica

This is the largest and most modern aquarium at the Adriatic Seashore. Underground connections are the beginning of a unique undersea experience. Here visitors start their journey into a new natural environment. Can you imagine more excitement than a direct immersion into the shark's tank? www.acquariodicattolica.it

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Aquafan - Riccione

This is undoubtedly the most famous water park in Europe. Daily during Summer it offers great fun on its wonderful slides and water games. Feel thrilled by its special afternoon shows and involving games as well as glittering night events! www.aquafan.it

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Oltremare - Riccione

This new park emotion offers really exciting exhibitions such as the lagoon with its dolphins, the Sea life Planet, the Earth, the Kingdom of the bees, the flight of birds of prey. www.oltremare.org

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Fiabilandia - Rimini

This amusement park is ideal for families with children. Built on an area of 150,000 square meters it has more than 30 attractions. Among its several highlights you shouldn't miss the Castle of Merlin, the Bay of Peter Pan, the Apache Village and the Farmer's House. www.fiabilandia.it

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Italia in Miniatura - Viserba

Italia in Miniature offers a series of didactic trails that give the young visitor the opportunity to explore the historical, architectural and cultural world of Italy. The park has recently been upgraded with a new traffic education course, a Rainbow monorail and the Venetian gondola ride. www.italiainminiatura.com

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Mirabilandia - Ravenna

Mirabilandia is a green shadowy entertainment park where adults as well as kids have fun and enjoy every minute spent there. www.mirabilandia.it