Lamezia Terme

Lamezia Terme, Italy

Lamezia Terme was formed in 1968, thanks to the unification of three separate towns in the Province of Catanzaro. It is located in the central part of Calabria, an area celebrated for its beautiful landscapes. The city is found between the cliffs of the Tyrrenhian coast and the sand dunes of the Ionic coast – just to the south of the Sila, a plateau in the heart of the Mediterranean.

Population:

Approx 70,900

Currency:

Euro, €1 = 100 cents

Emergency Numbers:

Carabinieri (the national military police of Italy): 112
Police: 113
Fire Brigade: 115
Medical Emergency Service: 118

Opening Hours:

Shops are usually open from 9 am to 1 pm and from 4.30 pm to 8 pm. Closed on Sundays.

Newspapers:

Gazzetta del Sud
Il Giornale di Calabria
Corriere della Sera
La Repubblica
La Stampa
Il Sole 24 ore

The City

Lamezia Terme is closely associated with the sea. The town is surrounded by white, unpolluted beaches and beautiful bays both on the Tyrrhenian (to the west) and the Ionian side (to the east). Moreover, the upper plain of the Sila to the north, with its stunning mountains and alpine landscape, is rich in forests and lakes.

In the area around Lamezia Terme, there are also important artistic sites and Greek, Norman and Roman temples, as well as palaces from the Bourbon times.

The coastal road, from Pizzo Calabro to Capo Vaticano – called "Costa degli Dei," Gods’ Coast – through Tropea, is one of the most beautiful in Italy; the latter town is famous for its characteristic town centre which looks out spectacularly onto the sea. The local cuisine is interesting, rich and largely undiscovered.

Do & See

Lamezia Terme is known for its rich historical and architectural heritage, with majestic churches and cathedrals; but also ruins and archaeological sites that are definitely a must-see. Furthermore, the nature in and around this city could be considered as an attraction of its own, especially in the various nature parks as well as along the seaside.

The central position of Lamezia Terme makes it extremely easy for visitors to enjoy other small and cosy cities and attractions situated just a bit outside, having in this way the possibility to experience different shades of the South of Italy.

Dining

Calabrese dishes are tasty and simple. Specialities include marinated and sun-dried vegetables, swordfish, bluefin tuna and calamari, roasted meats and spicy sausages. Don’t miss the nduja, a soft, spicy hot and spreadable salami. Furthermore, Calabria is one of Europe’s major producers of citrus fruits and hazelnuts which help to make unique desserts.

Cafés

In Lamezia Terme you will go crazy with all the delicious ice cream flavours and desserts. Take the time to try as many as you can and do not forget the delicious “Tartufo,” a local ice cream, well-known in Italy.