 Monterchi
The Medieval village rises up on site which was sacred for the ancient Romans dedicated to the cult of Hercules. Today the village is a must on the “Art Route” of
Piero della Francesca.
In the historic centre, in a small museum dedicated to the Vergin, is conserved Piero della Francesca’s extraordinary painting, “La Madonna del Parto”. The painting, recently restored, shows the splendid figure of the Expectant Virgin. From June to September there is the eagerly awaited musical event “Concerti in Giardino” held at the Museo della Madonna del Parto.
A stroll around the streets of the historic centre, allows for a
visit to the Museo dei Pesi e delle Bilance in Palazzo Massi-Alberti which contains an interesting collection of instruments of weights and measures.
Height: m. 356
Post-code: 52035
Km from: Arezzo 28, Firenze 105
Population: 1913
Telephone code: 0575
Useful Information
Public transport: From Arezzo by coach
How to get there: Autostrada A1 exit Arezzo, then the SS 73 as far as Le Ville, then follow the directions for Monterchi;
from Cesena take the Superstrada E 45, exit San Sepolcro, and continue on towards Monterchi.
Information: Tourist Information Office, Sansepolcro. Tel.fax 0575 740536.
E-mail: infotoursansepolcro@libero.it
Points of interest
Not to be missed is a renowned culinary delight, the Sagra della Polenta, which is held every year in September.
Weekly market
Weekly market: Sunday morning
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