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The Top 20 Gorges in Siracusa

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 20

to choose from in Siracusa. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info …

Last updated: September 18, 2025

Main Pools of Cavagrande

This is a great fun to jump in. However, the way back is sweaty.

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Calcinara Stream

Calcinara is the largest tributary of the Anapo and owes its name to its calcareous water.

Calcinara originates on the lower slopes of Pantalica, in the gorges of the Iblei …

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Valle dell'Anapo

If you go clockwise, the crossing of the watercourse on the tunnel of the former railway line is not signposted and dry (fortunately) difficult. Avoid holidays as it is fuller down then.

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Anapo River Crossing

There is currently no bridge here, but the river can be crossed quite easily barefoot at this point (the water is knee-deep).

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Junction for Carrubella A and Carrubella B Trails

Path A and B both lead down into the valley to the Waser and together form a circular route. On Part A there are some stairs hewn into the stone, …

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Necropolis of Pantalica

Pantalica is one of the most impressive, but at the same time the most difficult to reach, Unesco World Heritage Sites in Sicily. Pantalica is a prehistoric archaeological zone. More …

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Hairpin Bends Above Avola

The uphill road that leads from Avola to ancient Avola is about 7 km long and has regular slopes for the entire route.

It is beautiful and fun to go downhill too.

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Cava d'Ispica Climb

Please check the weather before the tour. The area can be tricky, especially since it is a deep gorge. I had to deal with a violent wind (early February).

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Grotta del Ciclope

I highly recommend! You can leave the path and walk right along the beautiful coast with crystal clear water and a different view of Ortigia. It is possible to get …

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The National Park Valle dell 'Anapo brings beautiful natural impressions. White rocks penetrate the rich green. Deeply cut gorges. The crossing of the gorge with the racing bike shows only a part, but is worthwhile landscape.

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The Top 20 Gorges in Siracusa

Main Pools of Cavagrande

Calcinara Stream

Valle dell'Anapo

Anapo River Crossing

Junction for Carrubella A and Carrubella B Trails

Necropolis of Pantalica

Hairpin Bends Above Avola

Cava d'Ispica Climb

Grotta del Ciclope

Valle dell'Anapo

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