Montalbano Elicona


Things to do, attractions, interesting facts

Montalbano Elicona

State: ME - Area: Messina surroundings

Montalbano Elicona is a beautiful village nestled in the Peloritani mountains, famous for its castle that stands on a rock overlooking the small town.
The village is made up of small houses, located on outcrop rock spurs, one leaning against the other, which create a picturesque labyrinth of late medieval alleys and overpasses.
In its territory is the Argimusco, a naturalistic and archaeological site, which represents one of the most mysterious and evocative places in Sicily.
A rich historical heritage, prehistoric remains and centuries-old woods characterize the village.

What is the best time to visit Montalbano Elicona ?

Montalbano Elicona 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 Montalbano Elicona during the year.

If you want to know about upcoming festivals and events Click here and you will find a list of the most important ones.

What to eat

Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Montalbano Elicona

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.

Nearby Places


Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Montalbano Elicona . The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!

San Piero Patti

Messina surroundings

Basicò

Messina surroundings

Librizzi

Messina surroundings

Roccella Valdemone

Messina surroundings

Interesting Facts

Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Montalbano Elicona

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