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Saracens' Trail – Church of St. Blaise loop from Taormina

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Saracens' Trail – Church of St. Blaise loop from Taormina

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Saracens' Trail – Church of St. Blaise loop from Taormina

01:21

3.14km

220m

Hiking

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

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

1

144 m

View of Mount Etna

Highlight • Viewpoint

Fascinating view of Monte Ziretto, still covered in snow in April

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2

172 m

Church of Saint Anthony the Abbot

Highlight • Religious Site

Outside the city walls, a small church from 1330, Gothic portal

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3

236 m

Taormina City Walls

Highlight • Historical Site

The flower festival in Taormina begins on April 24, 2026, which is why the city will be decorated with flowers.

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4

892 m

View of Taormina

Highlight • Viewpoint

5

953 m

Saracens' Trail

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For the way back from Castelmola to Taormina the Sentiero dei Saraceni is a very good alternative. The entry into Castelmola you have to look for something. Then the path …

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6

1.13 km

Gateway to Castelmola

Highlight • Historical Site

Something for those interested in sports. In any case, Castelmola is a quiet place in contrast to Taormina.

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7

1.55 km

Church of St. Blaise

Highlight • Religious Site

We enjoyed the hike up from Taormina on January 31. Wildflowers and blossom trees were beautiful and the vistas are stunning. Definitely worth the trip. Enjoyed aranchini at Pier de …

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8

1.66 km

View of Taormina and the Sea from Castelmola

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perfect view to the nice city

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B

3.14 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.63 km

682 m

545 m

154 m

120 m

Surfaces

2.26 km

682 m

111 m

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< 100 m

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Monday 12 October

22°C

16°C

44 %

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Comments

June 19, 2023,Wanderung Castelmola - Taormina

Highly Recommended!!!
Always great views. The path is great, not easy to find - but the Komoot will take you there. 👍😃

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