Calatafimi Segesta and the Archaeological Park of Segesta are two important archaeological sites famous all over the world.
Calatafimi Segesta is located at the centre of an area tied closely to fascinating mythology such as the story of Hercules finding refreshment at the Bath of Segesta. Due to the colonisation of Elmi, today Calatafimi Segesta and the Archaeological Park of Segesta are two important archaeological sites famous all over the world thanks to the Doric temple, and the fascinating artefacts and tombs dating from the mid-fifth century. C. Another notable monument of this charming town is the Church of SS. Crucifix, rebuilt between 1741-1759 it is considered a jewel of neoclassical architecture, and one of the most beautiful churches in Sicily. The Madrice Church is characterised by a Baroque style and is one of the oldest churches located in the old part of Calatafimi. Other churches of inestimable beauty are the Church and Sanctuary of Mary SS.Ma of Giubino and St. Michael’s Church. In the oldest and most western part of the village you can find an old castle built in 1200, and although only a few ruins can be visited, thanks to its position you can admire a beautiful belvedere with a wide view of the city. If you want learn more about the history of Calatafimi you can plan a tour called “I 30 vicoli di Calatafimi” that offers a journey through the narrow streets of the village and a trip through the memories of its people.
A typical local food is the Cucciddatu di Calatafimi Segesta a special kind of bread baked since 1657 during the celebrations in honour of S.S. Crocifisso Padrone di Calatafimi.
There are two amazing events you shouldn’t miss: Tipicamente Tradizioni e Sapori a historical commemoration that promotes local traditions, and Calatafimi Medievale a medieval festival where the old district of Ciciara transforms into an ancient village with ladies, knights and merchant stalls selling traditional products and artefacts.
People live here:
6.792
Typical food:
Muccunetti
Dolci di batìa
Cucciddatu di Calatafimi
Cuddureddi
Biscotti Regina
Attractions:
Sagra del maccherone, food festival
Tipicamente Tradizioni e Sapori, typical food festival
Sagra del Cucciddato, food festival
Presepe Vivente, holy traditional festivity
Presepi a bordo delle Fiat 500, traditional Christmas festival
La Mpupata, La Chiacchierata e L’Annacata a series of events connected to the traditional Carneval
Calatafimi Medievale, medieval festival
Festa dei funghi, food festival
Il Calatafimi Segesta Festival Dionisiache, art and culture festival
How to get there:
By Car:
From Palermo
Palermo-Trapani (A 29) exit Segesta, SS. 113 to Trapani, exit Calatafimi
From Trapani
Trapani- Palermo (A 29), exit Segesta, SS. 113 exit Vita e Pianto Romano
By Bus:
Tarantola Bus S.r.l
via Marina Petrolo, 16 C.ap. 91014 C/mare del Golfo
Ph.0924 31020
Segesta Autolinee
Via Libertà, 171 C.a.p. 90143 Palermo
Ph. 091 304106
Accommodations:
B&B Bosco Vecchio
http://www.boscovecchio.altervista.org/
B&B Le Sagre
http://www.bb-lesagre.it/index.html
Holiday House Fronte Mare
B&B Da Matì 3 *
Resort Zahira
Mare Cultura Natura Bed & Breakfast
Lungomare ovest tre fontane, 91021 Tre Fontane TP
Ph. 0039 3336330355
Hotel Club Ramuxara
Via Tonnara Fontana, 91021 Campobello di Mazara TP
Ph. 0039 0924 945041
Giga Hotels
Via Tonnara Fontana, Tre Fontane,Campobello di Mazara TP
Ph. 0039 0924 80393
Restaurants:
Tenute Margana
Contrada Pispisa-Segesta | A29 PA-TP exit Segesta dir. Bruca, 91013 Calatafimi-Segesta, Sicilia, Italia
Mobile: +39 338 329 3872
Baglio Segesta
Contrada Pispisa, 91013 Calatafimi-Segesta, Sicilia, Italia
Mobile: +393488830123
Ristorante Le Gole
via Francesco Lentini, 9 Calatafimi Segesta
Mobile: 329 1072610 – 338 9216403
L’Agorà di Segesta
C/da Barbaro, 91013 Calatafimi-Segesta, Sicilia, Italia
Ph. 0924 954483
Poco Roba
Arcudaci
Beaches:
Castellammare del golfo
Alcamo marina