Lido di Noto: Coast, Nature and History

Lido di Noto between coast, nature and history

Lido di Noto combines coast, nature observation and historical sites. Along the coast there are bars, tobacconists, grocery stores, restaurants and pizzerias. Lido di Noto is also accessible by public transport.

Spiaggia di Eloro in the surroundings of Vendicari

In the vicinity of Lido di Noto, Spiaggia di Eloro is the first beach of the Riserva di Vendicari nature reserve when entering from the north entrance. The beach has golden sand, dunes and crystal-clear water. The dunes adjoin the sandy area, while freshwater marshes surround Spiaggia di Eloro. These serve as a resting area for herons, flamingos, stilts and mallards. Spiaggia di Eloro is also a nesting site for the Caretta-Caretta sea turtle. The sea near Lido di Noto is clean and also crystal-clear.

For those interested in nature, two specific points of reference remain separate: the marshes as a resting area for birds and Spiaggia di Eloro as a nesting site for Caretta-Caretta. From the northern entrance of the Riserva di Vendicari, a footpath of approximately 300 metres leads to Spiaggia di Eloro. An environmental itinerary runs, among other places, through Lido di Noto and can be explored on foot, by bicycle or by car.

Ruins and Roman history

The route to Spiaggia di Eloro passes the ruins of the Greek city of Eloro. Detailed descriptions and reconstructions accompany this historical section. In the wider regional surroundings of Lido di Noto, the Villa Romana del Tellaro was built in the 4th century AD. Those interested in culture will find the ruins of Eloro on the way to Spiaggia di Eloro and, in the wider regional surroundings, the Villa Romana del Tellaro.

Road cycling route and kitesurfing courses

The 55-kilometre road cycling route “Tra Mare e Barocco” passes through Lido di Noto. The length of 55 kilometres is the specific distance stated for route planning. Kitesurfing courses are taught at various spots depending on the wind, including the beaches of Lido di Noto and Gela as well as Granelli, Pozzallo, Agnone Bagni and La Playa di Siracusa. The location used for the course depends on the wind.

Piazza Belvedere on the Mediterranean

Piazza Belvedere is a public square that was returned to the city as part of the redevelopment of the Lido di Noto waterfront. It includes an amphitheatre, stone seating, trees and lighting. There is also a fitness area with exercise equipment and a central, scenographic staircase. The new Belvedere in Lido di Noto is a modern viewpoint overlooking the Mediterranean.

More destinations

More destinations: Villa Bibbia, Syracuse, Ferla, Buccheri, Priolo Gargallo, Ognina, Belvedere, Marzamemi.

To the overview of the wider travel region: Syracuse.