Around the Volcano
A living land that pulses beneath your feet
Scorzamara sits at the foot of Mount Etna, where the landscape is volcanic, fertile, and full of contrasts. Walking here is a sensory experience: the scents change, the colours brighten, and the history can be felt in the earth beneath you. It’s your refuge in nature, but also your gateway to the world, as we’re located in the vibrant heart of eastern Sicily—a prime spot where the wonders of Etna meet the rich culture and breathtaking scenery of a truly surprising Sicily.
Between sea, city and ancient beauty
Just minutes away, you can reach the beaches along the Ionian coast—breathe in the salt air, listen to the rhythm of the waves, enjoy the sea, or take advantage of boat tours.
A little further on, Catania welcomes you with its Baroque energy, historic markets, and the genuine vitality of a lively, never predictable city.
In under an hour, you can explore the refined beauty of Syracuse, the elegance of Ortigia, and the perfect lines of the ancient Greek theatre.
To the north lies the timeless charm of Taormina, with its suspended panoramas and the allure of a true cultural and Mediterranean gem.
For sports enthusiasts, Scorzamara boasts a privileged location with easy access to two spectacular golf courses. We’re halfway between Picciolo Golf Club and Monasteri Golf Club—two real treasures for golfers seeking both challenge and stunning scenery.
On Etna, between sky and fire
Finally, the great volcano awaits you. Climbing Etna is like stepping into another world.
The landscape changes at every turn—from Mediterranean scrub to olive groves, from chestnut forests to vast black lava fields, right up to the craters where it all began.
You can experience Etna in different ways, depending on your pace and curiosity:
Where Lava Becomes Wine
But the volcano has another side—one of earth and wine.
Etna is now one of Europe’s most vibrant and renowned wine regions. Around us stretches a true wine district, with numerous wineries turning the volcanic power into elegance in a bottle.
We offer the chance to organise for you:
Guided tastings at selected wineries
Lunches in the vineyards, among lava-lined rows and breathtaking views
Private visits with producers, to uncover the stories born between the vines
Tailored tours featuring Etna Rosso, Etna Bianco, Nerello Mascalese, and Carricante
A Land to Savour
Every wine tells the story of a slope, an altitude, a season.
Each glass is a small journey through geology, culture, and the passion of those who work this generous yet challenging land.
Because Etna is a place to taste, not just admire.
Flavours come alive here too through a wide variety of restaurants—from Michelin-starred dining to charming local taverns—that spread across our territory like delicate lace.
Here with us, everything is close by, but nothing feels overwhelming.
At Scorzamara, you can choose a different direction every day, always enjoying the pleasure of returning to your eco-lodge nestled among the trees and silence.
