Luxury Sicily Holidays in Scopello

If you're in the midst of planning your next vacation to Italy, consider leaving the tourist traps off your itinerary and come to a peaceful seaside town that has stood still in time. With hundreds of years of history and a breathtaking panorama fit for a postcard, Scopello offers a truly authentic Italian experience. Scopello Villas is the local villa in Sicily rental agency that provides not only luxury holiday home accommodations but also introduces vacationers to the magic and cultural charm of their town. Discover what Scopello has in store for your next vacation destination.



History is a big reason why most culture vultures flock to Italy in the first place and Scopello is no exception. This coastal village located in the province of Trapani, has been inhabited since prehistoric times, but unlike the bustling cities of Rome and Milan, finds itself at a more tranquil pace. The “city center” consists of a simple baglio, a former headquarters of an agricultural estate, around which the town was developed. Also intriguing to see during your visit is the Tonnara di Scopello, one of the most important tuna fisheries in Sicily. Though it closed its doors in 1984, it is one of the best-preserved tuna fisheries to this day and brings curious visitors to admire its ancient boats, anchors and storage house that seem to have stood still in time.



The true beauty of Scopello, however, is its landscape: a sprawling seaside and lush greenery make this village tucked away on the Gulf of Castellammare, one of the most stunning treasures of Southern Italy. Beaches here consist of small, secluded inlets with a captivating view of the crystalline waters and faraglioni, scenic rock formations in the gulf. Scopello also finds itself next to Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve, a 7km stretch of rare plants and fauna. The reserve, a span of steep cliffs that plunge into the azure waters, offers three different hiking trails with the possibility to stop off at one of its many picturesque beaches or continue on the four-hour trek to San Vito Lo Capo.



You don't have to be a self-entitled foodie to enjoy Italy The cuisine is in fact what attracts hoards of travelers to the country every year. But the Sicilian cuisine especially, is a rich display of mixed cultures, tradition and simple but full-flavored dishes. Get a little taste of Scopello through its cuisine: a mix of dishes from Trapani and Byzantine and Arab influences. With an obvious abundance of fish due to its coastal location, you will find it in a variety of dishes here from fish couscous to sardines with busiate, the typical pasta of the region. Almonds also find their way into a variety of dishes like the Trapanese pesto, a slight variation of the classic version, or desserts like almond paste cookies. Don't leave Scopello without trying pane cunzatu, a tradition that finds its rich flavor in simplicity: bread dressed with olive oil, tomatoes, cheese, anchovies and oregano. If you find yourself in the area around the first of September, make sure to take part in the Pane Cunzatu Festival for an exciting cultural experience.



Experience this historical village with the help of local experts like Scopello Villas. Rent a villa in Scopello with breathtaking views and enjoy the wealth of opportunities that awaits for a truly relaxing and authentic Italian vacation.

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