Scopello

One of the most beautiful and quaint seaside resorts in Sicily.

Above the atmospheric setting of the Tonnara.

Offers an idyllic bathing place, located at the southern entrance of the Zingaro nature reserve, is the small fishing community Scopello.

The Tonnara, also the former tuna port, was formerly a small village with a small chapel, the rose-colored villa and accommodation for the fishermen.

The center of village life is the Baglio Isonzo, a large 17th century courtyard.

The romantic and rustic setting of this place will impress you as well as the fish dishes of the local cuisine and the variety of desserts.

In Scopello also there are some small shops, including. two potteries and a post office. Just before the entrance is a well-stocked supermarket.

It is recommended to rent a car for the stay.

Beautiful pebble beaches outside the Zingaro are on the way between Castellammare and Scopello (Guidaloca).

Also Between the town and the Zingaro (Cala Mazzo di Sciacca)

Outside of Castellammare there is a large sandy beach.

For historically and culturally interested people, many day trips with a short journey are an option, since the connection to the motorway is well organized.

Scopello – The Zingaro nature reserve
The Riserva Naturale dello Zingaro is characterized by spectacular views.

From the path along the rugged coast and hidden sandy and pebble bays of almost paradisiac beauty.

Firstly the nature reserve was established in 1980 after fierce protests by the population and numerous environmental organizations against the construction of a road as the first nature reserve in Sicily.

In particular April and May rare species of orchids bloom here, especially among more than 700 different plant species is the dwarf palm.

The underwater world is worth seeing.

Inflatable boat trips to the inaccessible grottos and coves are offered by the diving school Cetaria.

Various museums also inform about the flora and fauna of the park.

The Grotta dell’Uzzo is the first prehistoric settlement in Sicily.

The Zingaro Nature Reserve offers guided tours through the Terra Magica organization.

They include also an intense exploration of this wild spot in Sicily.