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Spanish Quarter of Erice – Erice Historic Town Centre loop from Erice

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Spanish Quarter of Erice – Erice Historic Town Centre loop from Erice

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Spanish Quarter of Erice – Erice Historic Town Centre loop from Erice

03:23

9.87km

490m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 29, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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52 m

Erice, Porta Spada and the city walls

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

The path runs along the ancient Punic walls up to Porta Spada, from the Norman era.

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827 m

Dom Chiesa Madre (Main Church)

Highlight • Religious Site

The church is dedicated to St. Mary of the Assumption (Maria SS. Assunta) and dates back to the first half of the 14th century, when King Frederick III of Aragon stayed in Erice during the War of the Vespers (1314) against the Anjou of Naples.

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1.81 km

Torretta Pepoli

Castle

7.79 km

Spanish Quarter of Erice

Highlight • Historical Site

great view over the bay

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8.44 km

Church of San Giuliano, Erice

Highlight • Religious Site

The Chiesa di San Giuliano added an unexpected cultural highlight to my walk. This historic church preserves the figurines for the famous Good Friday procession, a deep-rooted ritual that keeps local tradition alive. The plain facade belies the rich history that dates back to the Middle Ages. Inside, you can feel a special atmosphere that invites you to pause. A local told me about the preparations for the procession, which made my visit even more interesting. A detour here is worth it to get an authentic insight into the region's culture.

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8.78 km

Narrow Cobblestone Streets of Erice

Highlight • Historical Site

A very worthwhile place to see. Great

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8.97 km

Former Monastery

Highlight • Historical Site

A former monastery can be visited here for a small entrance fee.

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9.20 km

Erice Historic Town Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Erice is a beautiful Sicilian town that can be reached on foot from Trapani by following the Sentiero Italia or by taking the cable car. Absolutely worth a visit!

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9.33 km

Narrow Alleys in Erice

Highlight • Settlement

Erice is truly a special place for hikers who want to enjoy old alleys and medieval flair. The tight network of cobblestone streets invites you to wander aimlessly through the town and soak up the atmosphere. When you wander through these narrow alleys, you feel like you are in another time. The old stone walls, blooming flowers in clay pots and the small shops along the paths give the whole thing a charming, almost mystical character.

But be careful - it is easy to get lost here. But that is exactly what makes it so appealing. You keep coming across new little squares, hidden churches or viewpoints that offer you fantastic views over the countryside and the sea. It is worth just stopping and taking in the tranquility of the place.

Erice is more than just an old town - it is a place where you can feel history while breathing in the fresh air of the Sicilian mountains.

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9.87 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.79 km

2.64 km

1.99 km

757 m

460 m

210 m

Surfaces

3.73 km

2.76 km

1.51 km

1.04 km

614 m

197 m

Elevation

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Highest point (750 m)

Lowest point (380 m)

Weather

Tuesday 28 July

30°C

23°C

30 %

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Spanish Quarter of Erice – Erice Historic Town Centre loop from Erice

Erice, Porta Spada and the city walls

Dom Chiesa Madre (Main Church)

Spanish Quarter of Erice

Church of San Giuliano, Erice

Narrow Cobblestone Streets of Erice

Former Monastery

Erice Historic Town Centre

Narrow Alleys in Erice

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