Erice
Sitting on the summit of Monte Erice above Trapani in western Sicily, this medieval hilltop village retains its ancient Elymian-Punic fortifications, cobbled streets, and an unusual density of churches. The historic centre — listed among I Borghi più belli d'Italia — draws visitors for its viewpoints over the Tyrrhenian coast and its lively restaurant scene, while the Ettore Majorana Foundation has made Erice an international hub for scientific conferences. The surrounding municipality also produces wine under the Erice DOC designation, with beaches and hiking trails accessible nearby.
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- Population565
- Nearest water from center 2.3 km1.4 mi
- Nearest mountain from center 10 km6.5 mi
Nearest airports
Erice: quick answers
Where is Erice?
Erice is in Trapani, Italy, about 6.7 km4.2 miles in a straight line from the city of Trapani.
How do you get to Erice?
The nearest airport is Trapani (TPS), about 48 min away by road.
What's the weather like in Erice?
The warmest month is August, averaging 26°C80°F across day and night; the coolest is February, at 11°C51°F. The wettest month is October, with about 83 mm3.3 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)
What's in Erice?
OpenStreetMap lists 3 museums, 15 restaurants, 5 cafés and 25 places of worship within 2 km of the centre.
What's near Erice?
Other Wandering Well picks within 60 km include Castellammare del Golfo, Carini and Alcamo.