The country is small, but it is a trove of historical and natural attractions. Located on the top of his Rupe, half-hidden in the woods that cover the mountain, Smerillo, with its altitude of 806 meters is the country of unlimited space, boundless landscapes, sweeping scenic views. The view stretches to 360° on most of the Marche region from the Gran Sasso Conero, Sibylline the Adriatic Sea.
The old village, the Town Hall, with winds its characteristic stone buildings, from simple shapes and clean, on top of a rocky ridge extending the valley of the river Tenna. No one knows with certainty the origins, but news on the foundation we have since IX century. Interesting are the remains of the castle walls, which were at that time the "Castrum Smerilli" and who meet in various parts of the country, are still clearly visible "Gateway to the North" and "medieval fortress".
Feature is a rift in the rock, called “Fessa”.
Fossils pliocenici of all kinds can be found on the slopes of Mount Falcone, at the highest, is covered by a residue of wood ceduo interesting for trees and shrubs and undergrowth for the rich and varied.

The Museums

The museum system of Smerillo, managed by the cultural association "Li Casarì" includes:

- Museum of fossils and minerals -The Museum of Fossils and Minerals which is divided into two sections and four rooms: one room is dedicated to minerals and rocks on earth, the remaining three rooms housing a collection of fossils premises pliocene lower average and a large number of fossils dating back into the Primary and Secondary from various locations in Italy.

- Art Gallery of Contemporary Art -The Art Gallery of Contemporary Art, Smerillo has collected works by authors from the most disparate backgrounds and forms of expression, he offered them a space to be known and appreciated, now expects to meet the eyes of those who want to enjoy, together with those works, silent and uncontaminated areas of this place hospitable.

- Museum gallery of children and peace - The Museum for children and peace, hosting "small voices" of children, but not limited to, wants to be a time of reflection and inspiration, mainly on the theme of Peace. Schools are invited to contact us for tours or educational experiences for Peace, as well as to share the work carried out by them.

- The association also organizes cultural activities of the Center for Environmental Education Smerillo with the aim of promoting awareness and educational activities related to the environment.

Comune di Smerillo

Cultural Association