Places
Hike·Easy·Scenic·Hidden gem
Punta Pellaro — Strait of Messina
Calabria
Punta Pellaro at the tip of the Calabrian boot is the closest point on the mainland to Sicily — just 3.2 km across the Strait of Messina at its narrowest. The powerful current visible between the shores creates the Scylla-and-Charybdis conditions of Homer's legend. At dawn, traditional fishing boats with masts and crow's nests hunt swordfish.
Duration
2 hours
Distance
5 km
Elevation
+50 m
Best season
Year-round
Highlights
- 3.2 km from Sicily — narrowest point
- Traditional swordfish fishing boats at dawn
- Charybdis current visible in the strait
With your dog
Promenade and coastal paths; dogs welcome.
