Ride with an Archaeologist to the
Eurialo Castle
Cycle from the centre of Siracusa to the panoramic heights of Belvedere from where you enjoy a scenic view over the Grand Harbor of Siracusa where in 413 BC the battle between Athens and Syracuse took place. The battle that decided the fate of Athens in the Peloponnesian war. Visit one of the biggest fortresses of the Ancient Greek World. According to the legend, from here the famous mathematician Archimedes set the sails of the Roman ships on fire using parabola-shaped mirrors.
Difficulty level:
Easy
Distance:
16 km / 150 m+ elevation gain
Terrain:
paved roads
Start from:
Siracusa
Duration:
3-4 hours
Availability:
Wednesday morning/Saturday afternoon (opening days of the Castle)
Participants:
Minimum 2
Rates from € 110 per person
The rates include
- bike rental
- helmet
-
English speaking cycling guide/authorised guide/archaeologist
-
entrance to the Eurialo Castle
-
insurance
The rates do not include
- meals
- transfer from/to your hotel (possible with surcharge)
- support vehicle