We take you on a virtual walk through Senigallia. But please, don't let it stop at a walk on paper. If you are in the area, we recommend admiring Senigallia in real life.

We start at La Rontonda sul Mare. This building is considered the symbol of Senigallia. The locals are only too proud of it! In the late years of the 19^the century, a wooden building was built on stilts. The wealthy of yore strolled the beaches near Senigallia and wanted to be seen there. Unfortunately, the wooden pier survived the 1^ste World War did not survive. It was rebuilt in 1933. It served as an entertainment centre for a long time. Yet the building fell into disrepair. In 2006, a design by architect Ennco Cardelli restored the pier to all its glory. Now it is the venue for exhibitions, shows or concerts. The building is also often reserved for weddings. During the Summer Jamboree, La Rotonda plays an important role!

We walk along the promenade to the port. The promenade is a long chain of the best (fish) restaurants, cosy beach bars and many sports fields for volleyball and tennis. At the end of the pier stands proudly the statue of Penelope. She looks a bit like Copenhagen's famous mermaid statue. She is the symbol of the confidence of fisherwomen who are always waiting for their husbands to return. Many couples in love come here to hang a lock to prove eternal love to each other.

After soaking up the fresh sea breeze, it was already time for lunch. We walked back along the promenade to have lunch next to la Rotonda at Ristorante L'Angolino sul Mare, our favourite seafood restaurant by the sea. We especially recommend the spaghetti al pomodoro, and the pasta with vongole. Prepared in traditional ways, it is an unbeatable dish. Combined with a glass of Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi, you have a great lunch. After getting a good base, we start a leisurely walk towards Rocca Roveresca. This imposing structure from the 15^the century stands strategically on the edge of the old town centre. The mighty rectangular building with 4 round towers is named after the builder and ruler of Senigallia; Giovanni della Rovere. A long interesting history through the years tells a wonderful story. From orphan skin to prison. It has served many purposes. Today, it is a museum. One can now find out all about the history of this building there.

We stroll further through the city centre. So just after noon, it is very quiet. Only after 5pm does everything pick up when the terraces and shops open.

In the square behind Rocca Roversca, Palazzo del Duca/ Palazzetto Baviera was built in the 16th century. It was the ducal palace of Guidubaio II Della Rovere. The interior radiates beauty and splendour. Especially the precious coffered ceilings are worth a visit. Furthermore, the palace houses beautiful halls with a passion for art where the duke could appropriately receive his guests.

The square, Pizza del Duca, in contrast, has a sombre appearance. It was used in earlier years as a military presentation site of the Rovere family.

In front of the entrance to the palace gurgles the fountain Dell'Anatra, or fountain of ducks. In addition to ducks, lions also adorn the fountain.

We walk to the back of Palazzo Baviera and arrive at a circular square surrounded by another circular building. It 19^the century Foro Annonario has a colonnade with 24 arcades and is an eye-catcher in the city. Below the portico are nice restaurants, a good ice cream parlour, a wine bar and a deli. On one of the terraces, you have a nice view of the hustle and bustle of the square from here. Daily in the morning, the circular square hosts a fresh market. It is also the centre of the annual Summer Jamboree Festival and the car rally 'Mille Miglia'.

From the portico of Foro Annonario, we walk on. We come across many more canopies.  Portici Ercolani is an impressive colonnade along the banks of the river Misa. No fewer than 126 arches form a long gallery that houses shops and coffee bars. Every Thursday morning, many market vendors display their wares here. Especially on hot summer days, it is nice and cool in the shade here.

The portici Ecolani open onto the main square Piazza Garibaldi. Named after Giuseppe Garibaldi. He was an Italian general who was instrumental in bringing about the unification of Italy in 1861. He is sometimes regarded as the father of the fatherland.

The large square is surrounded by beautiful facades. With a number of churches. That is why it is also called Piazza Duomo. During Senigallia's prosperous period in the 18^the century, Pope Lambertini ordered this expansion in the city. Here too, the Thursday morning market is bustling. No market stalls are allowed opposite the big doors of the churches in the middle of the square. Catholic Italy considers trading and selling here inappropriate, of course.

We walk towards the town hall. Over the old cobblestones that characterise the streets of the old centre, we arrive at Piazza Roma. This is the heart of the city where the shopping street is and there are many cosy bars and terraces. Currently, the town hall houses the 17^the century Palazzo Rovere. In front of the building you can see a Neptune fountain that some say dates back to Roman times. But there is no complete agreement on that.

We turn right from Piazza Roma through Via Fagnani and arrive at Chiesa della Croce. This is an unexpected treasure. The church Chiesa della Croce from 1608 has a great contrast in its interior and exterior works. The sombre exterior houses a lot of gold and glory on the inside. The small church has as many as six altars! At the centre is the famous altarpiece 'The Burial of Christ'.

We walk down the pleasant shopping street and end up in Piazza Saffi. This is where locals come for an aperitivo later in the afternoon after coming home from work. Just catch up over a café, espresso or a glass of Aperol Pritz.

Let's blend in here too. It is not a bad habit to end the working day like this.

Salute!