Gratteri
What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: PA - Area: Cefalù and Madonie
Gratteri is one of the most evocative and mysterious medieval villages in Sicily.
Located on the first slopes of the Madonie and dominated by the Pizzo di Pilo massif, Gratteri is known as the terrace on the Tyrrhenian Sea: its center urban center, arranged like an amphitheater, enjoys a wonderful panorama that ranges, between valleys, fields and pastures up to the sea.
It is a land of ancient origins, rich in scenic beauty and monumental: it was inhabited since the Bronze Age and the Normans built numerous churches between the 11th and 12th centuries.
Gratteri has been defined as the most mysterious village of the Madonie: ancient stories and legends give charm to every place.
Its territory also attracts sports and nature lovers: panoramically indescribable landscapes, wild nature, suggestive caves, among which the Grotta di Grattara stands out, and uncontaminated air.
What is the best time to visit Gratteri?
Gratteri can be visited all year round: the welcome and warmth of the Sicilians will amaze you. But for an unforgettable experience, admiring the colors, tasting the flavors and fully experiencing the traditions, it is advisable to plan a visit on the days of one of the festivals that take place in Gratteri during the year.
What to see in Gratteri
What to eat in Gratteri
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Gratteri
You can obviously taste all the typical products of Sicilian cuisine, the most well-known ones, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata, arancini, etc. But there are some specialties typical of this area that are more difficult to find in other areas of Sicily.
