A foothill town bridging wilderness and craft.
Amandola, Marche (Italy)
Amandola, Marche (Italy)
The getaway to Siblini mountains
Quick Facts
Location
Sibillini Mountains, Marche region
Structures
Historic town, partially inhabited, medieval core with stone architecture
Environment
Mountain foothills, national park, oak forests
Distinctive
Gateway to Monti Sibillini National Park, rich artisan and slow-food heritage
Snapshot
Status:
Partially inhabited, historic preservation ongoing
Population:
3,600 residents (ISTAT 2024)
Access
Accessible by road; near Sibillini park trails.
Sources
Comune di Amandola, Touring Club Italia
Key Features:
Amandola’s old center blends medieval alleys and panoramic terraces overlooking the Sibillini mountains. Once a thriving artisan hub, it’s now known for organic farming, truffles, and its cultural festivals that revive rural identity.
Potential:
Amandola’s resilience after the 2016 earthquake positions it as a model for regenerative heritage restoration. It can host creative residencies, longevity retreats, and local craft incubation programs linking land, wellbeing, and culture.
Vision:
Amandola becomes a living laboratory of post-earthquake revival, connecting rural artisanship, ecological building, and wellness living within a historic mountain town.
