Villa Beatrice
Scopello coastline and Zingaro Nature Reserve

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Scopello and the Zingaro Nature Reserve

The wildest stretch of Sicilian coast, 25 minutes from the villa's veranda.

25 minutes from Villa Beatrice

The Zingaro Nature Reserve was Sicily's first protected area: 7 km of coastal path through Mediterranean scrub, white-pebble coves and sea caves. It's the perfect spot for an early-morning trek, when the light is still golden and the temperature manageable.

What to see at Zingaro

  • Cala Capreria: the first cove, the most accessible, ideal for snorkelling.
  • Cala dell'Uzzo: the largest, with a prehistoric cave behind it.
  • Cala Marinella: the wildest, for those who really want to disconnect.

Scopello and the sea stacks

The village of Scopello, with its 19th-century baglio and the tonnaraoverlooking the famous sea stacks, is one of Sicily's most photographed scenes. Stop for a lemon granita in the square, then walk down to the tonnara for a swim among the rocks.

How to plan the day

Zingaro southern entrance (Scopello): 25 minutes from Villa Beatrice. Start at 8:00, walk for 3-4 hours, back to the villa for lunch and spend the afternoon in the pool.

Around the area

Scopello sea stacks and tonnara
Scopello sea stacks and tonnara
Coastal trail in the Zingaro Reserve
Coastal trail in the Zingaro Reserve

Driving from Villa Beatrice

Starting point: Cornino, Custonaci. The route opens ready in Google Maps.

Approximate times: may vary with traffic and season.

From Villa Beatrice

Egadi Islands and archaeological treasures

Your base in Cornino, Custonaci, for turquoise coves, seaside villages and the ancient cultures of western Sicily. Choose a day trip, then return to the peace of your private pool.

Favignana, Levanzo and Marettimo

Segesta, Selinunte and Mozia

Columns of Temple E at Selinunte
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Selinunte · Templi sul mare

Doric temples, an acropolis and the remains of a Greek city overlook the Mediterranean. Pair a day at Selinunte with Marinella or the Belice coast. Drive from Villa Beatrice and allow plenty of time for the extensive park. Check opening times, access and visitor services before leaving.

Route from Villa BeatriceVisitor information
Archaeological remains on the Phoenician island of Mozia
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Mozia · Isola fenicia

In the Stagnone lagoon, Mozia preserves Phoenician remains, walls and the Whitaker Museum, home to the Youth of Mozia statue. It is not one of the Egadi: this is a separate trip near Marsala and the salt pans. Drive from Villa Beatrice to the Mozia landing stage, then cross the lagoon by boat; check sailings and museum opening times.

Route from Villa BeatriceVisitor information

For the Egadi: drive to Trapani harbour, then take a hydrofoil or ferry. Check schedules, weather and the last return sailing; travel times and availability vary by route and season. Island directions end at the harbour, not at the coves.

Hydrofoil timetables and tickets

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