The Republic of San Marino
The Republic is a small, independent state in Italy - it is completely surrounded by Italian territory and is therefore referred to as an enclave. San Marino borders the province of Rimini in the Emilia-Romagna region and the provinces of Pesaro and Urbino in the Marche region. The official language is Italian. Although San Marino is not part of the European Union, it uses the euro as its currency. San Marino is divided into nine municipalities known as Castelli - each with its own administration and historical identity, including Serravalle, Borgo Maggiore and the capital San Marino itself.
In the interior of the country, an approximately seven-kilometre-long mountain ridge stretches from north to south: Monte Titano has a maximum height of 739 meters and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Curious about this small state in the middle of Italy? Then take a look at San Marino with our live webcams!
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The dwarf state in the middle of Italy
San Marino is one of the six European dwarf states and is the fifth smallest internationally recognized state in the world in terms of size and population. The border with Italy is just 39 kilometers long, the longest extension is around 17 kilometers. San Marino has around 34,000 inhabitants who live on an area of 61.19 km². The landscape is predominantly hilly, with the highest point being Monte Titano at 739 meters above sea level. The mountain ridge is crowned by the three fortresses of Guaita, Cesta and Montale. From up here, you have a spectacular panoramic view over the entire Republic of San Marino and far into the surrounding Italian regions - on a clear day, you can even see as far as the Adriatic coast. With the webcams in San Marino, you can also experience this panorama from the comfort of your own home - almost as if you were standing on Monte Titano yourself.
What to do in San Marino?
A vacation in San Marino is an insider tip, the Mediterranean vegetation and the typical Mediterranean climate combined with good food, wonderful wine and the picturesque, historic charm of the towns make for a perfect mix. San Marino is a particular highlight for those interested in culture: the founding of San Marino dates back to 301 AD, making it the oldest republic still in existence and home to numerous sights in a very small area.
For sports enthusiasts, the small, mountainous state offers many hiking trails, such as the Percorso della Rupe hiking trail, which starts in Borgo Maggiore and leads up to the castle complex. Borgo Maggiore can be easily reached by the 338-metre-long cable car, which has its valley station in San Marino town. Mountain bikers can enjoy wonderful trails in the foothills of the Apennines. You can explore San Marino in a day on a racing bike, but the surrounding mountains and the plains of the Italian hinterland also offer numerous quiet roads for cycling.
In summer, when the weather is nice, cooling off is of course a must: There may not be a beach of its own, but the sandy beaches of the Adriatic are close by. Rimini, Pesaro, Cesenatico, Riccione and Cattolica are among the most popular vacation destinations for guests from Austria, Germany, Switzerland and Italian cities. The tourist region offers a wide selection of hotels and accommodation to suit every taste: families with children, wellness vacationers, those seeking peace and quiet and sports enthusiasts will all find the right accommodation here.
How to get to San Marino?
You can get to San Marino overland by car, bus or train, as well as by plane. The nearest airport is in Rimini, the nearest major international airport is around 100 kilometers away in Bologna, where you can also hire a car and travel on in comfort. From Vienna to San Marino it is around 900 kilometers, from Milan and Rome the distance is around 350 kilometers, Venice can be reached after a 280-kilometer drive along the Adriatic coast. Are you curious about what a vacation in San Marino could look like? Then take a look at our live webcams and get inspired!
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