Il Bosco Di Alberolungo is an estate destination wedding venue in Acireale, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 45–60 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Il Bosco Di Alberolungo
Il Bosco Di Alberolungo stands apart as one of Sicily's few working estates that doubles as a destination wedding venue, offering guests direct access to the property's private woodlands and agricultural grounds.
About Il Bosco Di Alberolungo
Il Bosco Di Alberolungo stands apart as one of Sicily's few working estates that doubles as a destination wedding venue, offering guests direct access to the property's private woodlands and agricultural grounds.
Located in Acireale on the slopes of Mount Etna, this 4.5-star rated estate delivers an authentic Sicilian experience without the typical resort trappings.
The venue's landscape, spanning multiple hectares of cultivated and natural terrain, provides genuine seclusion while remaining accessible to regional airports and coastal towns.
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Enchanting place surrounded by greenery, excellent for events, I was there for a wedding and it was perfect!!!
Francesco Scuto · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CTA, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Working agricultural estate with 40+ hectares of private grounds including woodland, vineyards, and citrus orchards
- 4.5 Google rating with verified destination wedding experience
- Mount Etna views from multiple ceremony and reception sites on the property
- Full-service accommodation available on-site for multi-day wedding events
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 3:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in and estate orientation
- 6:30 PMWelcome aperitivo in the vineyard or garden pavilion
- 11:00 AMCeremony on the primary lawn with Mount Etna backdrop
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CTA · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
- Typical total
- €8,500–18,000Aisle estimate
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€8,500–18,000 for 60 guests (2-day event with accommodation)
- Ceremony fee
- €1,200–2,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €65–95 a headAisle estimate
- Room rate
- €120–200 a nightAisle estimate
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€120–200 per room
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with October mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 346 036 7689
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies by guest count, menu selections, and seasonal timing. Contact the venue directly for custom quotes. The per-head rate typically includes multi-course Sicilian menu, wine service, and event coordination. Accommodation pricing is separate and depends on room type and availability.
Questions about the venue
What makes Il Bosco Di Alberolungo different from other Sicilian estates?+
Unlike purely ceremonial venues, this is a working estate where guests experience the property's agricultural operations. The 40+ hectares provide multiple distinct ceremony and reception spaces across gardens, woodlands, and terraced grounds, eliminating the resort-hotel aesthetic common in destination venues.
Can we accommodate guests overnight?+
Yes. The estate offers on-site accommodation, allowing multi-day celebrations. This is particularly valuable for destination weddings where guests travel from abroad.
What is the capacity range?+
The venue accommodates 20–150 guests depending on configuration and which grounds you select for ceremonies and receptions.
Are there restrictions on wedding dates or seasons?+
Inquire directly at http://www.ilboscodialberolungo.it/ for seasonal availability and pricing adjustments.
Is the venue suitable for non-religious ceremonies?+
Yes. Multiple outdoor sites on the grounds accommodate civil ceremonies, humanist celebrations, and alternative formats. Indoor backup spaces exist for inclement weather.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.