Maretto is an ancient village that owes its name to a sweet tradition: the toponym derives from Meletum, the Latin word for apple orchard. We do know with certainty that apple trees have been in this land since ancient times, whereas the castle of Maretto, which disappeared leaving no trace, is still shrouded in mystery. Our path takes us to the Church of Santi Maria e Michele, from which you can enjoy a privileged panoramic view. Built in the first half of the 18th century, it has a very curious façade. Exposed brickwork and two overlapping orders precede the single-nave interior organisation with clerestory and side chapels. Above the entrance, in the upper order, is a painting of the Virgin Mary with Child. As we cross the threshold, the rich decorations inside impress us. We walk down the main nave to the end, reaching the high altar in painted scagliola, dating back to 1741. Our eyes turn to the 17th-century statue of San Michele, which has been reassuring the worshippers and encouraging travellers for centuries.