Erice

East of Trapani, on a picturesque hill, lies the town of Erice . Although small, it is one of the most surprising places in all of Sicily . And not only because of the location, which guarantees unforgettable views of the interior of the island, as well as its coast and the sea. Erice can boast of coherent, stone, medieval buildings .

Erice, Italy - © Brate

Narrow, cobbled streets meander between the buildings, allowing you to see the everyday life of the residents. One of the most important attractions of Erice is the castle - Castello di Venere , built on the site of the ancient temple of Venus. In addition to that, you will find the lovely Church of St. Ursula and several characteristic gates leading within the city walls. In addition, while walking around Erice, you will reach numerous viewpoints that will allow you to see the town from different perspectives.

For whom?

Without a doubt, Erice will be an interesting proposition for fans of the Middle Ages. During your visit to the town, you will travel in time. Mainly due to the well-preserved architecture, incl. from the 12th century. You will also like Erice if you like walking and sweeping views.

Sicily island

Due to its size, we have divided Sicily into several smaller parts. You will find descriptions of each of them when you visit Mount Etna , Caltabellotta , Taormina , Cefalu , Monreale , Palermo , San Vito .