EatingCasa Falerone is extremely well placed for shops and restaurants without having them on your doorstep! We are happy to recommend a number of restaurants that are regular favourites both in and around Falerone and also along the coasts at Porto Sant’Elpido, Porto San Giorgio and further down the coast at Grottammare. Inland we can recommend fantastic food in Smerillo, Camerino and Offida. We are still learning so our recommendations will grow! As for shops the nearest supermarket is five minutes in Piane Di Falerone. For those who prefer the intimacy of shopping locally both Servigliano and the old town of Falerone can offer fresh local produce from the Baker, Butcher and Greengrocer and for your salami, hams and cheese, the local salumeria is a real must! |
Cash/BankingThe Banca Popolare di Ancona in Falerone has a cashpoint and accepts both Visa and Debit cards for cash withdrawal (Remember your PIN number!) Although there is no national rule, counter transactions can normally be conducted from 8.30am to 1.30pm and from 2.30/3pm to 4/5pm Monday to Friday. Some counters are also open on Saturday morning |
DrivingDrivers must ensure that their headlights are on at all times when driving. You must ensure that you travel with a warning triangle and a high visibility vest. These will normally be provided with your hire vehicle, it is however worth checking. |
Motorway TollsPayments can be made at tollgates by passing through exits that accept cash and credit card payments. These lanes are clearly indicated by a blue sign with a hand,some notes and coins. A convenient solution is the “Viacard", available from Punto Blu stations on motorways or from the Autogrills at the service stations on motorways. Alternatively credit cards (American Express, Visa, Eurocard, Mastercard, Diners and Carta Aura along with Bancomat cards (bearing the fastpay logo) can be used but only at automatic Viacard exits. The current cost for using the motorway for your journey to Casa Falerone is 2 euro 50. |
Petrol StationsIn towns open from 8am to 1pm and from 2.30 to 7.30pm. Many offer self service 24 hrs a day and accept bank notes and credit cards. On Motorways they are open 24hrs a day. |
HealthCitizens from th European Union states qualify for comprehensive healthcare on the condition that they are carrying a valid identification document and an E111. |
ChemistChemist shops are usually open Monday to Saturday from 8.30am to 12.30 and from 4pm until 8pm. Some also provide night and Sunday services. The nearest Chemist to Casa Falerone is in Piane Di Falerone. |
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ElectricityItaly has the same voltage as other European countries: 220 volts. It is advisable to carry socket adaptors as most Italian sockets have two holes. American visitors should also carry a transformer. |
ShopsMore and more shops are staying open through the lunch hour (usually from 9.30/10am to 7.30/8pm Monday to Saturday) especially in large cities and the main summer resorts where shops are often open until midnight. In the minor art centres and villages shops usually close between 12.30pm and 3/4pm in the north and between 2 and 5pm in the south, especially in summer. |
RestaurantsUsually open from 12.30 until 3/3.30pm and in the evening from 8pm until almost midnight. In seaside resorts opening times may extend beyond midnight, especially in pizzerias. Take note of the day of closure, which is chosen by the owner and may not apply in the busiest periods. |
Tips / TippingNot compulsory in Italy but are always appreciated |