Holidays in Sicily near Santa Tecla di Acireale at the foot of Mount Etna

'Dive into' authentic village life and experience Sicily's famous hospitality at Santa Tecla di Acireale.

St. Tecla, which stretches along the Gulf of Santa Tecla at the foot of Mount Etna, is a picturesque fishing village only 5 km from Acireale.

The coastal area around Santa Tecla is characterized by lava and volcanic rock. At the gravel beach of Santa Tecla, water bugs find a comfortable access into the sea.

At the small village harbor, you can rent boats and explore the coast. Stop by the famous „faraglioni“, the rock formations rising from the sea around Acireale, for example.

Do not miss out on an excursion to Mount Etna, the fascinating „mountain of mountains“!

Our tip: Drive along the south side to Rifugio Sapienza, from there continue on to the central crater by cable car and jeeps.

Our recommendations

Bar „Le Tre Colonne“ - Ask for the typically Sicilian dessert „Cannolli“ at bar „Le Tre Colonne“ in the main square of St. Tecla. The friendly owning couple will prepare fresh ones for you immediately.

Ristorante „Da Lorenzo“ - Anchovies, mullets, groupers, calamari, shrimps, snappers or squids – at restaurant „Da Lorenzo“, they use only fresh fish for your dish. Besides these culinary delights, enjoy the fantastic view of the sea from the terrace.

Our accommodations are located near Santa Tecla di Acireale, at Fiumefreddo/Taormina and Vaccarizzo/Catania.