Historic Center of Catania – Massimo Bellini Theatre loop from Nesima

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Historic Center of Catania – Massimo Bellini Theatre loop from Nesima

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Historic Center of Catania – Massimo Bellini Theatre loop from Nesima

04:53

18.3km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 1, 2026

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8.69 km

Fountain of the Abduction of Proserpina

Highlight • Monument

Beautiful fountain, do not pass carelessly ...
The fountain figures represent the "robbery of Proserpina" (Greek: Persephone).

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9.43 km

Historic Center of Catania

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The historic center of Catania forms the old core of the urban area. Its urban layout dates back to the 18th century and was built in the period following the …

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9.97 km

Location: The building is located in Piazza Vincenzo Bellini in Catania, near the Teatro Massimo Bellini.

Architecture: Designed in the Italian Rationalist style by architect Ercole Fischetti, it was built between 1937 and 1939.

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10.1 km

Massimo Bellini Theatre

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In the evening there is a lot going on at the Bellini Theater. Many people stay in the cafes and restaurants. The fountain is the center of Theaterplatz.

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10.3 km

Umbrella installation on Via Etnea

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Very nice

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10.4 km

Church of the Abbey of St. Agatha

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Chiesa della Badia di Sant'Agata was built between 1735 and 1767, after the previous one was destroyed by an earthquake in 1693.

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10.8 km

La Pescheria Fish Market, Catania

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The fish market is open every day (except Sunday) in the morning until about 1:30 pm and is well worth a visit. You'll find not only fresh fish, but also …

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