Pantelleria is definitely a magic place!
Pantelleria is definitely a magic place!
An island of volcanic origin with its very special “character”, sometimes rough and harsh and at the same time mild and fascinating; Natural frontier of the West, always a crossroads of peoples and cultures, suspended in a sea as clear as rich and fishy, sparkled by the winds of the low Mediterranean, inhabited for millennia by peaceful and laborious people who, respecting it, have taken it away As much as possible for agricultural, pastoral and living uses, with the ingenuity and fatigue that only such an impervious and distant place can be demanded from everyone.
Pantelleria is a small island, but in itself encloses all the essence of nature. The crystalline sea with snorkeling possibilities, nature trails for trekking, the beautiful “Lago di Venere” … you will be fascinated by its many facets!
The island of Pantelleria hides innumerable treasures, historical ones, such as the Castle or the Sesi, and naturalistic ones, such as the splendid Venetian Mirror Lake from the thermal waters that reach up to 50 °.
For those who love wilderness and uncontaminated nature, it will be your favorite destination! Ideal for those who love trekking, snorkeling, bridwatching, boat trips, bike rides … or just relax!
Venus mirror lake
Famous for thermal muds are tanks from which water reaches over 50 °. The lake is also suitable for birdwatchers (flamingos)
The Arc of the Elephant
Famous seaside resort for an enormous elephant truncated rock cliff that enters the water creating a great arch
The Castle of Pantelleria
Medieval lava stone monument used as prison until 1975.
Sesi
Megalithic buildings located in the Mursia and Cimillia area