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Venus Castle – Erice Historic Town Centre loop from Erice

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Venus Castle – Erice Historic Town Centre loop from Erice

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Venus Castle – Erice Historic Town Centre loop from Erice

01:29

4.85km

180m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

326 m

Trapani Gate

Highlight • Historical Site

Walls with the Porta di Trapani tower from the Norman period.

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2

582 m

Former Monastery

Highlight • Historical Site

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

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1.29 km

Venus Castle

Highlight • Castle

A beautiful view, no matter in which direction you look.

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1.42 km

View of Erice and the Bay of Trapani

Highlight • Viewpoint

On this section of the trail you have a fantastic view of the coast and the surrounding area, as well as of the village of Erice itself - simply a pleasure and nothing can beat it.

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5

1.54 km

Balio Garden

Highlight • Natural

The Giardino del Balio is beautifully designed and offers a cozy place to relax after a sightseeing tour of the town.

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6

2.03 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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3.00 km

Old City Walls of Erice

Highlight • Historical Site

You can walk along the old city wall to the lower gate.
On the outside you walk in the shade.

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8

3.32 km

Spanish Quarter of Erice

Highlight • Historical Site

great view over the bay

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4.85 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.12 km

895 m

402 m

250 m

185 m

Surfaces

3.64 km

591 m

353 m

250 m

< 100 m

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Friday 26 June

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