Trapani salt ponds

The salt ponds of Trapani extend along the coast toward Marsala, forming a network of basins where seawater evaporates through a system of channels.

Frederick II established a state monopoly on salt production in the area during his reign, recognizing the economic potential of these coastal flats.

The Salt Museum, located in a 17th-century building called Casa Salaria, displays traditional tools, photographs, and wooden mill components used by salt workers.

Salt extraction occurs between winter and late summer, when skilled workers clean tanks, fill pools, cultivate salt, collect it, and allow natural drying.

Two types of windmills operate in the salt ponds: the traditional star mills with wooden blades and American models featuring zinc plate components.

Location: Province of Trapani

GPS coordinates: 37.98694,12.51083

Latest update: March 4, 2025 17:49