WabiSabi Culture, San Ginesio

WabiSabi Culture: location

The center is in San Ginesio, in the province of Macerata, on the slopes of the Sibillini Mountains. The nearest airport is Ancona Falconara. The nearest train station is Civitanova Marche, about 45 minutes by car from San Ginesio. Coming from Macerata, take the SP78 and follow the signs for San Ginesio.

WabiSabi Culture: services

There are three accommodation options: the Stanza Ciliegi e Petali al Vento (Cherry Trees and Petals in the Wind room), a cottage facing the pond; the Stanza del Vento fra i Pini (Wind among the Pines room), above the meditation temple; and the Stanza Bosco Aceri (Maple Wood room), next to the wellness area. The rooms have tatami mats and futons. The wellness area includes a Japanese bath with a hinoki wood tub.

Guests will find a park with a botanical garden, a koi pond, stone paths and a Buddhist temple. In 2021 the Karesansui was inaugurated, described as the first Japanese rock garden in Italy. The property is open all year round.

WabiSabi Culture: what to see nearby

The village of San Ginesio has kept its medieval layout and is one of the Borghi più belli d'Italia (Most Beautiful Villages in Italy). However, the 2016 earthquake damaged many historic buildings, including the Abbey of Santa Maria delle Macchie and the Church of San Francesco in San Ginesio. Before planning a visit, it is best to check which ones are accessible. Other accommodation is listed on the page on San Ginesio B&Bs.