Pettineo
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: ME - Area: Messina surroundings
Pettineo is a suggestive village that rises in the Halaesa valley, at the foot of Monte Cuono, in the western Nebrodi chain. Its fertile territory, surrounded by the Tusa and Santo Stefano rivers, is characterized by the presence of numerous citrus groves, olive groves and orchards.
It is believed that the origins of the village are very ancient but the first sources date back to the 13th century when Pettineo became a feud by Manfredi Maletta. During the fourteenth century the village was then fortified.
Today Pettineo still retains the layout of an ancient medieval village with narrow streets, stairways and courtyards that develop around the ancient castle. Over the centuries it was then enriched with valuable monuments, churches and monasteries.
What is the best time to visit Pettineo?
Pettineo can be visited all year round: the welcome and warmth of the Sicilians will amaze you. But for an unforgettable experience, admiring the colors, tasting the flavors and fully experiencing the traditions, it is advisable to plan a visit on the days of one of the festivals that take place in Pettineo during the year.
If you want to know about upcoming festivals and events Click here and you will find a list of the most important ones.
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Pettineo
You can obviously taste all the typical products of Sicilian cuisine, the most well-known ones, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata, arancini, etc. But there are some specialties typical of this area that are more difficult to find in other areas of Sicily.
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Pettineo. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Motta D'Affermo
Messina surroundings
Castel di Tusa
Cefalù and Madonie
Tusa
Messina surroundings
Santo Stefano di Camastra
Messina surroundings
