Places
Hike·Moderate·Scenic·Popular
Monte Conero — Spiaggia delle Tre Sorelle
Marche
Monte Conero (572 m) near Ancona is the only significant limestone headland on the entire Adriatic coast between Trieste and the Gargano. The white limestone cliffs drop to sea stacks and pebble beaches. Peregrine falcon, eagle owl and alpine swift nest on the cliffs. The Spiaggia delle Tre Sorelle ('beach of the three sisters') is accessible only on foot or by boat. Dolphins visible offshore in summer.
Duration
3.5 hours
Distance
9 km
Elevation
+400 m
Best season
April – October
Highlights
- Only limestone headland on 700 km of Adriatic coast
- Peregrine, eagle owl and alpine swift all nesting on the cliffs
- Dolphins visible offshore in summer
With your dog
Coastal park; dogs on leash on beach.
