The best cycling routes around San Gregorio Di Catania

Playing the piano in Milo🎹 — the village is situated on a magnificent vantage point with views of Mount Etna and the sea. In the center stands an impressive, life-size bronze statue of Lucio Dalla and Franco Battiato, two of the most influential Italian musicians of the 20th century. A moving place that brings together music, art, and nature.

Catania's Pescheria is the city's ancient fish market. Now a tourist attraction, it remains the place where locals stock up on their catch. Surrounding it are a wide variety of restaurants and bars, which are very popular even in the evenings.

A bit adventurous by bike but it's nice, you make progress ;-)

**The Lungomare dei Ciclopi: A Cycling Tour between Myth and Nature** If you have decided to extend your stay in the Etna area, an unmissable day trip is the one along the Lungomare dei Ciclopi. This route, which is part of the permanent cycling itinerary *Sicily Divide* from Trapani to Catania, is the last stop to take before concluding the trip. The beauty of the landscape and the charm of the legend will accompany you on a unique experience. The Lungomare dei Ciclopi, which extends from Acitrezza to Catania, takes its name from the famous mythological legend of Ulysses and the Cyclops Polyphemus. It is said that, during his return home, Ulysses landed on these shores where he met the giant Cyclops, monsters with a single eye in the center of their foreheads. After capturing Ulysses and his companions, Polyphemus was blinded thanks to the deception of the Greek hero, who managed to escape with his men. The rocks that emerge from the sea, known as the "Faraglioni", are considered by myths to be the homes of the Cyclops, who threw rocks into the sea to hinder the hero's escape. Cycling along the Lungomare dei Ciclopi is an experience that combines nature, history and legend. The route offers spectacular views of the crystalline sea and Mount Etna, the highest volcano in Europe. The coastal road allows you to admire the breathtaking landscape, with small seaside villages where you can stop for a break and enjoy typical dishes such as fresh fish and Sicilian granitas. This excursion is also an opportunity to discover the Cyclops natural park, a protected area that is home to a rich biodiversity. The coast, with its Mediterranean vegetation, is ideal for those who love nature and want to immerse themselves in an uncontaminated environment. If you have decided to stay several days in the area, the Lungomare dei Ciclopi is a perfect base for other cycling explorations. Continuing your journey, you will find yourself pedaling through a territory rich in history, traditions and landscapes that will remain etched in your memory. Completing the *Sicily Divide* along the Lungomare dei Ciclopi is much more than a sporting feat: it is a dive into mythology and nature, which will leave you with an indelible memory of Sicily.

From the Riposto seafront, a splendid panorama opens up that embraces both the sea and Etna, with its often snow-capped slopes as a backdrop. From here, the view extends along the Ionian coast, offering suggestive glimpses of the tourist port and the nearby towns of the Riviera dei Ciclopi. At sunset, the contrast between the sky and the volcano creates plays of light that make the atmosphere particularly fascinating, while the waves of the sea complete the picture with their relaxing rhythm.

This road avoids the passage from the center of Aci Trezza and allows you to enjoy a beautiful view of the Cyclops islands!

Very useful to avoid pedaling in the middle of city traffic!

Very beautiful descent from Acireale to Santa Tecla.