The Frasassi Caves are a journey beneath the surface of the Marche region.
Less than an hour from Ancona and its airport
Hidden beneath the rolling hills of Italy’s Marche region, the Frasassi Caves are just a 40-minute drive from the coastal city of Ancona. Renowned as Europe’s most expansive cave complex, these remarkable grottos and tunnels invite some 270,000 visitors a year to step into an underground wonderland shaped by nature over nearly 200 million years.
For anyone with a sense of curiosity
What sets the Frasassi Caves apart isn’t just their extraordinary scale but the ease with which you can explore them. This is not an adventure for the daring few but an accessible journey for anyone with a sense of curiosity. Visitors find well-maintained walkways to guide them and, stepping into the first massive cavern, they are awestruck by the sheer scale of the entrance chamber which is so vast it could comfortably house Milan’s iconic cathedral. 
There is even a church inside the caves
Water and rock have worked over millennia to create towering stalagmites while stalactites descend from above in crystalline patterns. The twists and turns of the path reveal shimmering underground lakes and deep wells, and mankind has also left its mark as tucked inside one of the chambers is the Temple of Valadier, an exquisite octagonal church built in 1828.
For seasoned travellers and families
For seasoned travelers seeking a unique destination or families looking for an unforgettable outing, the combination of natural beauty, accessible pathways, and intriguing history makes the Frasassi Caves a must-visit site in the heart of the Marche. For information: https://www.frasassi.com
