Driving to Sicily (1 Viewer)

[Cyclewalkbob]

Hi,
Thinking on going on a c&cc guided trip down to Sicily in May

What are the state of the roads? What is it like driving on them?

We normally go to France/Germany and was wondering if it was worth travelling all that way.

Thanks

 

[gozomike]

The state of the main roads in Italy is OK but some of the minor roads are very rough.
Driving standards are generally terrible.

 

[buttons]

I remember Rick Stine's land rover doing a disappearing act while filming a tv show there. He had suspicions that the police and Mafia were involved. Enjoy your trip

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[alfandM]

Hi been to Italy and Sicily several time's never no problems, i think you would enjoy the trip, we did, we used the messina ferry to the island around and 15mins in all ,cheers Alf

 

[DesRes]

Agreed with alfandM, I've worked around Sicily for a few years and have driven there once in the motorhome. The main roads are good and the minor roads are little worse than some the UK...
It's a different world out there. Yes, try and avoid any involvement with authorities of any form. Go with the flow, driving can be a little crazy.
I see you may be heading there in May, could be a good time: Not too hot and August time is to be avoided due to all the Italians being on holiday then.
Plenty to see there if you are interested in Greek/Roman history. Syracuse is a fascinating spot. Plus the Mount Etna tour...:thumb:
On that trip we then took the ferry from Trapani to Sardinia for a week then across to Corsica for a week before getting the ferry back to Genoa. Happy days...