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Messina Gate – Isola Bella loop from Taormina

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Messina Gate – Isola Bella loop from Taormina

Hard

4.3

(3)

runners

Messina Gate – Isola Bella loop from Taormina

01:15

10.4km

400m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 13, 2026

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77 m

Messina Gate

Highlight • Historical Site

From the ancient time come two city gate, Porta Messina in the north and Porta Catania in the south. Porta Messina is a remnant of a former fortress wall. This …

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1.19 km

Ruins

4.00 km

From here you have a privileged view of Isola Bella, a rocky islet at the foot of Taormina connected to the mainland by a thin strip of sand.

A ticket is required to visit. More information here: parchiarcheologici.regione.sicilia.it/naxos-taormina/biglietti/isola-bella-a-taormina-biglietto

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4.54 km

Isola Bella Bay

Highlight • Beach

Picturesque beach. Unfortunately, it's also overcrowded. Not for people with foot problems. There are lots of steps down and then back up again after a swim. Boat tours and, unfortunately, …

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7.42 km

View of Isola Bella and the Taormina coast

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Nice town. Although there are many tourists, it still invites you to linger!

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10.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.55 km

2.60 km

1.76 km

1.01 km

408 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.22 km

1.26 km

881 m

Elevation

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Tuesday 2 June

29°C

20°C

29 %

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Messina Gate – Isola Bella loop from Taormina

Messina Gate

Isola Bella

Isola Bella Bay

View of Isola Bella and the Taormina coast

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