Pozzallo, Coastal town in Ragusa Province, Sicily, Italy
Description
Pozzallo is a coastal town along southern Sicily's Mediterranean shore with four sandy beaches stretching along the water's edge. The settlement sits at a strategic location serving as a major port between Sicily and Malta.
History
Torre Cabrera was built in 1429 and served as a watchtower protecting the settlement from sea-based attacks during medieval times. This structure shows how coastal defense shaped the early development of the settlement.
Culture
The main square is surrounded by historic buildings and tall palms where locals and visitors gather throughout the day. This central area reflects how life here is deeply connected to maritime tradition.
Practical
Visitors easily reach both the port and beaches on foot from the center of town. The best time to visit is May through September when weather is stable and the sea is ideal for swimming.
Did you know?
Several beaches here carry the Blue Flag certification, an international mark for exceptional water quality and environmental standards. This award is given to only a few Mediterranean locations and underscores the region's strong ecological commitment.
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Santa Maria Maggiore
8.4 km
Torre Cabrera
357 m
Pietre Nere
844 m
Chiesa di Santa Maria di Portosalvo
305 m
Santissima Annunziata
8.5 km
Chiesa della Madonna del Rosario
312 m
Spiaggia Marina di Modica
6.4 km
Spiaggia Santa Maria del Focallo
6.9 km
Town hall of Pozzallo
454 m
Spiaggia Raganzino
3.1 km
Spiaggia Grottelle
2.5 km
Spiaggia Tegolaio
3.2 km
Spiaggia Pozzallo
471 m
Spiaggia Bove Marino
3.5 kmOlivo
6.7 kmSpiaggia Maganuco
3.2 kmContrada Religione
5.9 kmAnfiteatro Lungomare Raganzino
818 mSpiaggia Raganzino
1.4 kmTeatro della Musica Augusto Daolio
775 mPalazzo Bruno di Belmonte
8.2 kmSpiaggia Santa Maria del Focallo
6.6 kmRaffaele Scala
475 mDon Giovanni Bosco
984 mSan Giuseppe Lavoratore
231 mMappamondo
928 mWork of art, sculpture
7.9 kmWork of art, sculpture
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