Lampedusa


What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts

Lampedusa

State: AG - Area: Pelagie Islands

Lampedusa is the largest island in the Pelagie archipelago. Immersed in the Mediterranean, halfway between Sicily and Tunisia, it represents the southernmost point of Italy.
Lampedusa boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the world: stretches of fine sand bathed by a crystalline sea.
Uncontaminated nature , wild beaches, hidden coves reachable only by boat, splendid seabed and excellent food make it a very popular tourist destination.
The island is a nature reserve and includes the beach, the Isola dei Conigli and the Mediterranean scrub. It is one of the few places in the Mediterranean where Caretta caretta sea turtles lay their eggs.

What is the best time to visit Lampedusa?

Lampedusa can be visited all year round: the welcome and warmth of the Sicilians will amaze you. But for an unforgettable experience, admiring the colors, tasting the flavors and fully experiencing the traditions, it is advisable to plan a visit on the days of one of the festivals that take place in Lampedusa during the year.

If you want to know about upcoming festivals and events Click here and you will find a list of the most important ones.

What to see in Lampedusa

What to eat in Lampedusa

Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Lampedusa

You can obviously taste all the typical products of Sicilian cuisine, the most well-known ones, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata, arancini, etc. But there are some specialties typical of this area that are more difficult to find in other areas of Sicily.

Interesting and Fun Facts

Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Lampedusa

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