Rock of Cefalu

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Rock of Cefalu

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Rock of Cefalu

01:20

3.79km

210m

Hiking

The Rock of Cefalu offers an easy 2.4-mile (3.8 km) hike, taking about 1 hour and 20 minutes to complete, with an elevation gain of 703 feet (214 metres). This route begins on stone paths and steps, gradually turning into a winding, gravelly footpath as you ascend. You will find…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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613 m

View of Cefalù

Highlight • Viewpoint

If you visit Cefalù, be sure to climb the cliff of the Castle with its unique circular view ...

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1.45 km

Rocca di Cefalù — Castle Ruins

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The climb is best done in the morning

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2.94 km

Temple of Diana and Church of Sant'Anna

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The temple of Diana is a megalithic structure dating back to the ninth century BC that is located on a cliff north of the town of Cefalù. Probably destined to …

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3.79 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.94 km

476 m

346 m

Surfaces

2.13 km

1.41 km

130 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 9 October

23°C

19°C

59 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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Comments

October 7, 2024,Rocca di Cefalù

Very nice little walk high above Cefalu. Got a little lost 😉

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May 5, 2025,Rocca di Cefalù

By train to Cefalù. From there, head to the Rocca di Cefalù and take an impressive walk around this former fortress and its walls. Then, head down to sea level, to the beach, and into the salty water.

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