Belpasso

Belpasso is a town in the Metropolitan City of Catania located on elevated terrain in southeastern Sicily. It features a traditional center with a main church, surrounded by residential neighborhoods and farmland.

The original settlement was destroyed by Mount Etna's lava in 1669, prompting residents to relocate to higher ground. The community was renamed Belpasso in 1695 and has since grown into a permanent town.

The feast of Saint Lucy on December 13 brings the community together through processions and celebrations honoring their patron. These traditions reflect deeply rooted religious practices that shape local life throughout the year.

The town sits on elevated terrain and is easily reached by car from nearby Catania. Most points of interest in the center are within walking distance of each other.

Condorelli, a confectionery manufacturer established generations ago, produces traditional Sicilian sweets that reach markets worldwide from this small town. This craft industry demonstrates how local expertise has built international recognition.

Location: Metropolitan City of Catania

Capital city: Belpasso

Elevation above the sea: 551 m

Shares border with: Camporotondo Etneo, Catania, Lentini, Mascalucia, Motta Sant'Anastasia, Nicolosi, Paternò, Ragalna, Ramacca, San Pietro Clarenza, Adrano, Biancavilla, Bronte, Castiglione di Sicilia, Maletto, Misterbianco, Randazzo, Sant'Alfio, Zafferana Etnea

Website: http://comune.belpasso.ct.it

GPS coordinates: 37.58611,14.97722

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:30