Fanusa: Coast and Plemmirio Marine Protected Area

Fanusa combines a striking coastal landscape with the Plemmirio Marine Protected Area. The Fanusa Sbocco 1 access point is located in Zone C of this protected area, which is designated as a partial reserve. At the same time, the Plemmirio Marine Protected Area, where Fanusa is located, is designated as an ASPIM site – a specially protected area of Mediterranean importance. For you, this means above all that Fanusa is a destination where the sea, natural environment and designated protection status are closely connected.

Coast, sea and the underwater world of Plemmirio

Fanusa is a starting point for discovering the underwater world of Plemmirio. Diving is possible at the Punta Milocca reef in Fanusa. Fanusa Beach is also used by people who are not experienced swimmers to enjoy the sea of Plemmirio. These different ways of accessing the water make this coastal area interesting for planning a trip in which not all travellers have the same idea of what a day by the sea should involve.

At Fanusa Sbocco 2, there is an equipped area where parasols and sun loungers can be rented. In the official accessibility table, Fanusa Sbocco 2 receives a rating of 95% for both accessibility and use. This means that, alongside the more natural stretches of coast, there is also a clearly described area to help with orientation.

Punta Milocca: a natural setting with various possibilities

Punta Milocca in Fanusa features coves bordered by white cliffs, as well as an unspoilt coastal landscape. The area is a small natural setting where you can relax by the sea. At the same time, Punta Milocca is the starting point for numerous routes and trails that can be used by mountain bike or for trekking. This makes it possible to combine time by the water with more active exploration of the coastal area, without committing to a single travel style.

Directly by the sea in Fanusa near Siracusa is the Punta Milocca Sun&Sound kiosk. It is located within the Plemmirio Marine Protected Area. Food, drinks and aperitivi are served there. The venue complements the nature and water experiences with a specific opportunity to spend time by the sea while taking a gastronomic break.

Trails in the wider surrounding area

In the wider surrounding area of Fanusa, an approximately 10 km-long nature trail runs from Punta Castelluccio to the Faro di Capo Murro di Porco lighthouse and onward to Via degli Zaffiri in Plemmirio. In the wider surrounding area of Fanusa, this trail is called the Sentiero della Maddalena. When choosing accommodation, you can therefore consider whether your focus is more on the coastal points described in Fanusa or on the trails and destinations in the wider surrounding area. This does not establish specific distances, facilities or availability for individual hotels or other accommodation.

You can also find other destinations at the same level at Villa Vela, Cassibile, San Corrado Di Fuori, Melilli, Floridia, Ognina, Canicattini Bagni and Agnone.

For the higher-level travel overview: Syracuse.