Bruschetta Festival in Condrò

In Condrò, a small town in the Metropolitan City of Messina, in the month of August the aroma of grilled bread, the intense smell of basil and all the scents of the Sicilian table are released, from fresh salmon to caponata, from cured meats to pates: it is there Bruschetta Festival in Condrò, an event which has now become a tradition which, year after year, gladdens the summer evening of August 14th in province of Messina, with savory bruschetta e desserts.

Local flavors, but not only, in fact the Bruschetta Festival in Condrò is also attended by shows e live concerts, which last all night and invite the participants, locals and tourists, to dance together. Fun is guaranteed, in an evening full of taste and surprises, such as the raffle for big prizes.

The history of the Bruschetta Festival in Condrò

The Bruschetta Festival in Condrò is organized by the Catholic Youth Association since 2008, the year in which for the first time the event was brought to the square in Condrò.
Edition after edition, this festival is increasingly loved and awaited by the locals, but also by the many tourists who, in the month of August, find themselves in holiday in Condrò.

When the Bruschetta Festival takes place in Condrò

The Bruschetta Festival takes place every year on August 14th, starting at 21:00.

Where the Bruschetta Festival takes place in Condrò

The festival takes place in the village, in Condrò, a small town in the Messina area at 58 meters above sea level. The address not to be missed is Piazza Umberto I, in the heart of the village.

What to do during the Bruschetta Festival in Condrò

The Bruschetta Festival in Condrò is the ideal event to welcome you to Sicily: a stay in the village will allow you to discover all the beauties of the place starting from the typical local flavours, which you can taste with the delicious bruschetta of the Festival, as soon as you village. During the party, have fun dancing to the rhythm of folk music, go wild with live music and then set off to discover the town and this wonderful area in Messina!

In Condrò you can visit churches and monasteries such as the Church of the Madonna del Tindari and San Vito, dating from the sixteenth century or the Church of Santa Caterina d'Alessandria, the ruins of the Convent of the Paolotti Friars , Church of the Santissima Annunziata.

In the surroundings of the village, however, you will find different types of tourist attractions such as the Castle of Santa Lucia del Mela about 16 km and the Spadafora Castle just 8 km away, the Lido Kamar for a comfortable and pleasant day on the beach and the Cataolo waterfall, for those who like to take long walks in the countryside, protected from the summer heat.

With a slightly longer journey, you will also arrive at Milazzo, about 12 km from Condrò: here you can visit the city with its museums and the Cantieri Zeta Art Gallery, the Castle and the port. always from here, you can embark for the Aeolian Islands, a real natural paradise. If you prefer to stay on the headland, don't miss out Milazzo and the Spiaggia di Ponente, where you can relax by the sea or enjoy an ice cream while walking in front of a breathtaking view.

You can also choose the Bruschetta Festival in Condrò as a farewell party with wonderful Sicily: an opportunity to once again enjoy the excellent flavors of local products after a stay on the island, flavors that you can take home with you at the end of the holiday, buying oil, bread, mushrooms and other delicious food treasures directly from local farms.

How it is possible to get to Condrò to take part in the Bruschetta Festival

Condrò, in the Metropolitan City of Messina, can be easily reached by car or train.

Who travels by car, can take the exit for Milazzo-Isole Eolie from the A20 Messina-Buonfornello, just 4 km from the town.
Who arrives on the train, can instead get off at Milazzo Station, which is 6 km from the centre: buses and shuttles will take you to the town.