The ancient Chiazzette route is located in the heart of Acireale and is a highly iconic path, located in the province of Catania of the same name.
Those looking for moments of absolute tranquility can feel safe thanks to a place that many consider enchanted, due to its enchanting appearance and lush flora. There's nothing left to do but discover it Chiazzette area of Acireale and live it to the fullest.
An opportunity not to be missed for moments of absolute natural relaxation
Anyone who loves nature in all its forms should travel there, at least once in their life via delle Chiazzette. The latter is located perfectly halfway between uncontaminated nature and the pure, crystalline sea typical of beautiful Sicily.
The ancient and green route at the same time maintains an intact charm and should be viewed at any time of the year, without any distinction. There is nothing left to do but immerse yourself in a very different scenario than usual and experience it with the utmost serenity.
Curiosities about the ancient route of the Chiazzette Acireale
The ancient route of the Chiazzette Acireale contains some iconic streets of the town in the province of Catania. The itinerary began from the central Piazza Duomo, and then passed along Via Romeo.
Then, we proceeded towards the Madonna del Suffragio area and reached the seaside village of Santa Maria La Scala. Over the centuries, the route has experienced some substantial changes. In fact, nowadays, you have to cross the National Road bridge and follow a short path.
Already at this point, you can immerse yourself in a breathtaking panorama, with a strong natural imprint. Then, another seven hairpin bends must be crossed to climb approximately 150 metres, before returning to the starting point.
The highlights of the Chiazzette Acireale itinerary
The itinerary was, in ancient times, a collegamento essential between Acireale and Santa Maria La Scala. There is no shortage of retaining walls that strengthen the new route, born from an ancient route.
Among the wonders not to be missed, here is Fortress of Tocco and a plane tree with a centuries-old history. Now you go up another ramp to view the chapel of the Santissimo Crocifisso della Buona Nuova, with a clear nineteenth-century imprint.
After crossing two other rather steep ramps, you reach the seventh and final one. From here, you can head towards the city center square village of Santa Maria La Scala. Alternatively, you can move towards the sea and live there cocole beach, passing along via Miuccio. The road towards the village is the original one, but the other one also hides a truly surprising charm.
To all this, we must add very lush vegetation, with capers, prickly pears, buckthorns and hackberries dominating over everything else. There Timpa Reserve it literally leaves you breathless, also thanks to the paper mulberry species from Japan. There really are all the ingredients needed to experience moments to remember.
Chiazzette Acireale, a route worth knowing
La road of the Chiazzette Acireale it contains within it out-of-the-ordinary scenarios and projects you towards breathless landscapes. All you have to do is go to the town of the same name, arm yourself with a backpack and boots and start organizing your excursion.
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