Moving into the underground tunnels of Morro d’Alba, we discover the “underground village.” This area, made up of a network of caves and passageways on multiple levels, dates back to the 14th–15th centuries and completes a truly original urban layout. Inside, the oldest known example of a Bombarda in Italy was found. The tunnels also contain wells and niches.

The underground spaces of Morro d’Alba were once used to resist attacks and, more recently, as shelters for animals, wine cellars, and wartime refuges.

Remarkably, every private home within the castle has its own underground tunnels!

Below, in the section open to the public, is the Utensilia Museum. The museum, consisting of nine rooms, preserves ancient tools used in agriculture and various artisanal activities. Among these is the Biroccio marchigiano, a two-wheeled vehicle used for transporting goods. These objects remind us of life in the past, when hard work and labor were an everyday reality. Through these tools, we can understand how people adapted to life in the Marche countryside and created their culture and way of living.

The Utensilia Museum also hosts the permanent photography exhibition of the “Cantamaggio” series, an ancient Marche tradition, by the master photographer Mario Giacomelli. Be prepared for a fascinating and highly engaging visit, especially considering the remarkable architectural complex that houses the exhibition!