The beach of Isola delle Femmine

La Isola delle Femmine beach is on the Palermo coast just 30 kilometers from the capital, on a particularly suggestive stretch of coast due to the presence of coves, beaches of very fine sand and marvelous inlets.

It is one of the most popular places in the area as it is considered a faithful reproduction of the Caribbean coast, which it resembles due to the long expanse of fine white sand and for l 'amazing color of the waters Marine.
The rather shallow waters give the sea chromatic gradations between turquoise and emerald green, making this beach one of the most fascinating of the whole island.
Furthermore, its organization is perfect both for solitary tourists and for families with children, who can swim without danger thanks to the gradual decline with which the bottom towards the open sea.
On the shore, in fact, the seabed is shallow and particularly accessible even by those who are not expert in swimming.

Compared to other beaches close to Palermo, that of the Isola delle Femmine remains a little secluded and therefore never too crowded by mass tourism, thus offering the opportunity to spend a few hours in complete relaxation.

Framed by the imposing bulk of the Mount Mollica, the beach is protected to the east by Raffo Rosso mountain, which helps to mitigate the climatic conditions, which are almost always breezy and cool.

Characteristics of the beach of Isola delle Femmine

The most appreciated characteristics of the Isola delle Femmine beach are its ease of use, i shallow waters and the presence of a wide expanse of very white sand.
The beautiful Sicilian sea in this coastal stretch it is even more attractive thanks to the lack of currents and the intense chromatic nuances.
The area offers both areas of free beach is equipped beaches with sunbeds, cabins, umbrellas, showers and games for children, as well as bars and restaurants that guarantee menus based on freshly caught fish.
You can then practice numerous watersports, as wind-surfing, kite-surfing, canoe e see herrelying on qualified instructors.
On the seafront there are various accommodation options for a holiday: hotels, bed & breakfasts, apartments and villas to rent even for a few days.

The beach of Isola delle Femmine is the ideal starting point for aexcursion boat in the neighboring coves and to reach the islet, which is about 800 meters from the mainland and whichprotected natural oasis and therefore accessible only in the company of LIPU personnel.
In fact, the beach, which is located west of Punta del Passo, frames the islet with the Torre in Mare, going as far as the coast of Capaci.
Many archaeological finds have been found on the seabed which represent an interesting attraction for enthusiasts.
This beach can be the ideal destination for a day trip but also for a longer holiday, given that sports and entertainment opportunities are within everyone's reach.

How to get to the Isola delle Femmine

The Isola delle Femmine is located on the outskirts of Palermo, in the direction of Trapani, and is about 30 kilometers from the Sicilian capital.

To reach it, the best route by car is that of the A29 motorway (Palermo-Trapani-Mazara del Vallo), exiting at the Capaci junction.
At this point you must enter the State Road 113, which at a certain point contains precise indications to reach the coast.
The area has some car parks, not too far from the beach, where it is advisable to leave the car and continue on foot to the chosen point.

By train, you can use the railway line that leaves from Palermo in the direction of Trapani, getting off at the Isola delle Femmine stop, which requires a journey of about half an hour.
You can also use public buses (line 628), which through the Eufemio seafront, arrive exactly at the beach.

Those who have their own car must remember that access to the beach is not allowed for vehicles, so it is necessary to take advantage of the parking lots in the area, avoiding, as far as possible, peak hours and weekends, when it is more difficult to find place.

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