Places
Beach·Moderate·Scenic·Hidden gem
Riserva Naturale di Torre Salsa, Siculiana
Sicily
The WWF-run Torre Salsa reserve keeps a wild coast of white and grey clay bluffs, capers and dune, with a 16th-century watchtower and loggerhead turtles nesting on the sand. Three trailheads (Pantano, Torre Salsa, Kaos) drop through the maquis to the shore.
Duration
Half day
Distance
8 km
Elevation
+100 m
Best season
April – October
Parking · Free
Free parking at the Pantano or Torre Salsa entrances off the SS115 near Siculiana.
Water
No water in the reserve — carry plenty.
Highlights
- 6 km of undeveloped marl-cliff coast
- Loggerhead turtle nesting beach
- Spanish watchtower
With your dog
Dogs welcome on this wild WWF beach; long, hot approach tracks with little shade.
