area: Centro
The "Casetta del mare" is located in the ancient and characteristic Borgo Marinaro of Trapani, just a few steps from the Caletta di Torre di Ligny and the splendid Castle of Colombaia, in the center and by the sea.
It is a strategic area to explore the whole province since, in addition to the various coves and beaches, about 500 meters from the "Casetta del mare", there is the pier for the Egadi Islands. By taking the cable car, you can reach the beautiful medieval town of Erice.
Then, maybe 40 km away, reachable by bus, you will find San Vito lo Capo, Macari, La Riserva dello Zingaro, Scopello, and more.
Well served by transport.
DISTANCES:
Location: Trapani center 50 meters from the sea
Distance from Birgi Airport: 15 km
Distance from the State railways: 1 km
Distance from the port and from the hydrofoils and ferries to the Egadi: about 500 meters
Distance from the sea: 50 meters from the sea
Car: not necessary
ZONE INFO
Torre di Ligny is a small fishing village located in the center of Trapani, a very important point of national and international tourism due to the Cuscus Cuscus Day event held every year in August.
Various festivals are planned in the area in addition to the Cous Cous day; in August, there is also the very important festival of the Madonna of Trapani with fireworks and many other events organized by the municipality of Trapani even during the low season.
At the northern end of the sickle-shaped peninsula on which Trapani stands, the tower of Ligny stands out. Built-in 1671 on the occasion of the arrival in the city of the Viceroy Claudio Lamoraldo, prince of Ligny, the mighty construction, of a square plan, currently houses the Museum of Prehistory. The museum can be visited every day from 9 am to 1 pm. The crystal clear water, the limestone rocks, the small and narrow typical streets of the place, and its easy connection with the Egadi Islands, Erice, Segesta, San Vito Lo Capo, Bonagia, Custonaci, make this place unique and magical in its own way.
Points of interest
* Distances as the crow flies
