Santa Tecla is a picturesque fishing village, which stretches out along the Gulf of Santa Tecla at the foot of Mount Etna.
Santa Tecla and its coastal landscape of lava rock are a worthwhile destination for an excursion.
Santa Tecla is a picturesque fishing village, which stretches out along the Gulf of Santa Tecla at the foot of Mount Etna.
Santa Tecla and its coastal landscape of lava rock are a worthwhile destination for an excursion.
'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. The gravel beach of Santa Tecla offers a comfortable access into the sea.
At the small harbor of the village, you can rent boats and explore the coast. Around Acireale, for example, you get to see the famous "faraglioni", the rock formations rising from the sea.
An exursion up Mount Etna, the fascinating "mountain of mountains", is sure to be an unforgettable experience!
Our tip: Drive along the south side to Rifugio Sapienza. To reach the central crater you have to continue on from there 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 always prepares fresh ones for you immediately.
Ristorante "Da Lorenzo" - Anchovies, mullets, groupers, calamari, shrimps, snappers or squids – at restaurant Da Lorenzo, the fish for your dish is always fresh. The culinary delights at Da Lorenzo's include a fantastic view of the sea from the terrace.
Our accommodations are located near Santa Tecla di Acireale, at Fiumefreddo/Taormina and Vaccarizzo/Catania.
