Useful Information

💶 Currency

Italy uses the Euro (€).
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, but some small towns and rural areas may prefer cash. ATMs are readily available. – Bring an amount of cash with you at all time.

🔌 Electricity

• Voltage: 230V
• Frequency: 50Hz
• Plug types: Type C (Europlug) and Type F (Schuko)
  If you’re coming from the UK, USA, or other non-European countries, you’ll likely need a plug adapter and possibly a voltage converter.

🗣️ Language

The official language is Italian.
In tourist areas, basic English is commonly spoken. In rural villages, some knowledge of Italian—or a translation app—is helpful.

🚑 Emergency Numbers

• European emergency number: 112
• Police: 113
• Ambulance: 118
• Fire brigade: 115
• Roadside assistance (ACI): 803 116

🛂 Entry Requirements

Le Marche is part of Italy and the Schengen Area.

• EU/EEA/Swiss citizens can enter with a valid ID or passport.
• Non-Schengen travelers (e.g., from the USA, UK, Canada, Australia) can stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa for tourism.
  Check your country’s Italian consulate for current requirements.

🧴 Health & Safety

• Italy has a high standard of healthcare.
• European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) accepted for EU citizens.
• Travel insurance is recommended for non-EU visitors.
• Pharmacies (Farmacia) are well-stocked and marked with a green cross.
• Tap water is safe to drink.

💬 Tourist Information

• Official regional website: www.turismo.marche.it
• Local tourist offices are available in most towns and cities for maps, brochures, and event info.

📱 Connectivity

• Italy has excellent mobile coverage.
• EU travelers: no roaming fees under EU regulations.
• SIM cards and eSIMs are available from providers like TIM, Vodafone, WindTre, and Iliad.
  Free Wi-Fi is common in hotels, cafes, and public areas.

🚗 Transport

• Public transport: Reliable along the coast (trains and buses), limited in rural areas.
• Car rental is recommended for exploring inland villages, natural parks, and remote areas.
• Roads are generally good; some mountain routes are narrow and winding.

☀️ Climate

• Coastal climate: Mediterranean—hot summers, mild winters.
• Inland/mountain areas: Cooler and more variable. Snow in winter.
• Best time to visit: May–June or September–October (pleasant weather, fewer crowds).