Pioraco
Nestled between rocky cliffs and traversed by the Potenza River, Pioraco is one of the most picturesque villages in the Marche hinterland. Here, water is life, energy, and poetry: over the centuries, it has carved out the gorges, powered mills and paper mills, and inspired generations of artisans.
The town is famous for its long-standing paper-making tradition, which dates back to the 13th century and is still alive today in the section dedicated to paper and watermarks at the Pioraco Civic Museums. The museum, divided into several sections, explores the deep connection between nature and human labor, between craftsmanship and local identity.
Pioraco is also a place of great natural beauty: the Li Vurgacci trail, winding through waterfalls, bridges, and rock formations, offers a unique sensory experience, suspended between myth and reality.
Visitors to Pioraco are struck by its harmony: small yet vibrant, it’s a must-see destination for anyone seeking a leisurely, authentic journey through art, nature, and wonder.
Pioraco
Incastonato tra pareti rocciose e attraversato dal fiume Potenza, Pioraco è uno dei borghi più pittoreschi dell’entroterra marchigiano. Qui l’acqua è vita, energia e poesia: ha plasmato nei secoli le gole, alimentato mulini e cartiere, ispirato generazioni di artigiani.
The town is famous for its long-standing paper-making tradition, which dates back to the 13th century and lives on today in the Fabriano Paper Experience and in the section dedicated to paper and watermarks at the Pioraco Civic Museums. The museum, divided into several sections, explores the deep connection between nature and human labor, between craftsmanship and local identity.
Pioraco is also a place of great natural beauty: the Li Vurgacci trail, winding through waterfalls, bridges, and rock formations, offers a unique sensory experience, suspended between myth and reality.
Visitors to Pioraco are struck by its harmony: small yet vibrant, it’s a must-see destination for anyone seeking a leisurely, authentic journey through art, nature, and wonder.
In the Museum Network, you'll find
Pioraco Museum Centre
The Civic Museums of Pioraco bring together science, art, and tradition. Through fossils, artifacts, and the historic craft of handmade paper, they offer a journey through time that weaves together nature and artisanal craftsmanship, the very heart of the village’s identity.