Brucoli - authentic fishing village

Brucoli is a typical fishing village on the east coast, 15 km from Vaccarizzo and 25 km from Catania. You find limestone cliffs alternating with grottos, bays and small beaches.

Right at the seaside, there are lots of restaurants and bars. Even younger Italians like to stop by, especially at the weekends. The former fishing village has developed into a seaside and a snorkeling resort for tourists.

The center, nevertheless, has preserved its authenticity. It is marked by small fishermen's houses, many well restored and meanwhile rented out as tourist accommodations or harboring restaurants typical of the region.

The small fishing boats you see rocking to and fro at the harbor are still used for daily fishing today. For maritime connections between Sicily and the mainland you need not go far, only to Brucoli harbor, from where boats depart for the mainland.

The 15th century fortress, built as a means of protection against pirate attacks, is worth a closer look.

It is the lively atmosphere which makes for the flair at Brucoli, especially in the evenings.

Our accommodations are located near Brucoli, at Vaccarizzo/Catania...