Sunflower Books: Landscapes of Umbria and the Marches

Umbria and the Marches, 1st ed (2005); updated 29/09/06

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Direct flights: At last there is an official opening date for direct flights from Stansted to Perugia. The starting date with Ryanair is December 20th 2006. I have booked on the 27th so it does seem to be a reality. At present it is only three flights a week but I guess that will increase as time goes on - providing the route is a success. (User, 9/06)

Message: Hello,
I write to present my family's country inn for a possible inclusion in your next Umbria and Le Marche guide. The Locanda della Valle Nuova (www.vallenuova.it) is set in a big organic farm in sight of Urbino (northern Le Marche). The Locanda itself and the area are included in some "outdoor" italian guides and the Locanda is included in some international Guides (i.e. Alastair Sawday's Special Places to Stay, Guides de Charme). We offer charming accommodation and organic home made food: we make our own bread, liqueurs, juices, preserves, pasta, etc. and in autumn we also have truffles from our woods (truffle hunts with our neighbour and
his dogs can be arranged for guests in October and early November, it might be a "different" and interesting way to walk one's way around the area...). There are 2 very nice walks (mostly on tracks, perfect for walking, biking or horse riding) starting from the Locanda's door (9 and 13 km) and the area is really good for both moderate and "serious" walking. At the Locanda we have plenty of information (maps, cds) about the walks and we would be happy to suggest some itinerary, should you be interested in
analizing this area.