Discover Amaroni: Nature, Culture and Honey

Amaroni lies on a rocky promontory at the foot of Monte Carbonara and overlooks the Golfo di Squillace. Around the town, oak and chestnut forests cover the steepest slopes; on the less steep slopes, mainly olive trees, fruit trees and grapevines grow.

Nature between Forests, Water and Vineyards

A green landscape area lies at Fontana Serra on the Ferrera River, immediately outside Amaroni’s built-up centre. The area can also be reached on foot. At Sagracìa, there are natural pools with waterfalls around 5 metres high. A path leads through Fontana Serra along the Ferrera River to Mortariadhu. Those choosing a holiday apartment in Amaroni can use these natural attractions as a guide for active days and peaceful landscape experiences.

For geographical orientation, Provincial Road 162/2 passes through Amaroni and connects the town towards the new junction road to the Ionica 106 state road and the renovated Strada dei Due Mari (SS 280). The SS 280 provides access to the A3 motorway, the railway station and Lamezia Terme International Airport. These transport connections complement the immediate destinations in and around Amaroni.

Holiday Apartment in Amaroni between Local History and Culture

Fontana Vecchia is a historic spring on the edge of the historic centre. It is also known as “fontana degli innamorati” because young lovers used to arrange secret meetings there. Fontana Vecchia is also accessible to people with motor disabilities.

In the historic centre, a renovated former oil mill serves as a museum. Palazzo Canale was built in 1666 by Prince De Gregorio. The Chiesa Matrice di Santa Barbara was destroyed by the earthquake of 28 March 1783; the first records of its construction in Amaroni date from 1793. The church has a 24-metre-high bell tower with a dome shape, while its frescoes bear the signatures of the painters Zimatore and Grillo. Amaroni thus combines historic buildings, religious art and local traditions.

Honey, Crafts and Local Traditions

Beekeepers from Amaroni produce millefiori, chestnut, orange blossom, sulla and eucalyptus honey. Since December 2005, Amaroni has belonged to the National Association “Le Città del Miele”. The town’s Fiera delle bontà e delle arti is an exhibition of outstanding handicraft and gastronomic products from the region. When planning accommodation, regional specialities can therefore be just as interesting as nature and cultural experiences.

The Festa patronale, celebrated annually on 31 July and 1 August, includes the old folkloric dances “U Bagagghieddhu” and “A zzia Rachela”. This fixed date provides a specific point of reference if local traditions are among your travel interests.

The Biblioteca Comunale Tiziano Terzani offers free book consultation and lending services. It has a study room, a reading room for young children and a multimedia room. The library thus complements Amaroni’s natural and cultural attractions with facilities for reading, learning and media.

Other Places for Your Planning

For further comparison, you can also find Badolato Marina, Gizzeria, Montepaone, Castagna, Soveria Simeri, La Petrizia, San Pietro a Maida and Marcellinara.

For the broader travel overview: Catanzaro.