Paths of Art and Culture at the Seghetti Panichi Historic Hamlet

A walk through art, nature, and well-being in Piceno

The Paths of Art and Culture are a recurring event promoted by the Circolo Acli Oscar Romero of Castel di Lama, designed to combine outdoor physical activity with the discovery of the historical and landscape heritage of the area. The initiative offers a free guided walk of about four kilometers round trip, accessible to everyone, which leads to the Seghetti Panichi Historic Hamlet, one of the most evocative residences in the Municipality of Castel di Lama, in the Province of Ascoli Piceno, in the Marche region.

The Seghetti Panichi Historic Hamlet

The complex is organized around an ancient medieval fortress, transformed into a country house in the 18th century, and includes the San Pancrazio Residence, some buildings built between the 17th and 19th centuries along the ancient castle walls, and an oratory from 1608 that houses precious frescoes attributed to the school of Biagio Miniera.

Ludwig Winter's Garden

The true heart of the visit is the historic park, created between 1875 and 1890 by the German botanist and architect Ludwig Winter. Extending over several hectares, it hosts rare species and monumental trees and is today recognized as the first example of a bioenergetic garden in Europe: a place where the aesthetic dimension intertwines with that of well-being and personal care.

How the day unfolds

• Meeting of participants in the morning and departure in groups towards the hamlet
• Guided walk of about four kilometers round trip, immersed in the hilly landscape of Piceno
• Free guided tour of the historic residence, the oratory, and Ludwig Winter's park
• Convivial moment and return

Sportswear, comfortable shoes, and a bottle of water are recommended. Participation is free but limited: mandatory reservation is required.

A community project

The event is the result of collaboration between the Circolo Acli Oscar Romero, the Città delle Stelle Shopping Center, and U.S. Acli Marche, with the aim of promoting healthy lifestyles, social interaction, and the enhancement of the cultural heritage of the Castel di Lama area and the entire Piceno region. The walks are repeated throughout the year, visiting different destinations in the Province of Ascoli Piceno each time.