The experience
A tuna trap dating from 1404, left almost entirely to nature: its four-pointed star-shaped defensive tower rises among the Mediterranean scrub of the reserve, on one of the wildest stretches of coast of the itinerary. The new story extends the stop to Grotta Mangiapane, the Sanctuary and the Art and Faith Museum, following stone as the thread between devotion, rural life and coast.
A tuna trap dating from 1404, left almost entirely to nature: its four-pointed star-shaped defensive tower rises among the Mediterranean scrub of the reserve, on one of the wildest stretches of coast of the itinerary. The new story extends the stop to Grotta Mangiapane, the Sanctuary and the Art and Faith Museum, following stone as the thread between devotion, rural life and coast.
Municipality: Custonaci
Categories: Tuna and Tuna Traps
A short excursion along the trails of the Monte Cofano Reserve.
A view of the star-shaped tower and the remains of the old plant.
A stop at the Gulf of Cornino, among the clearest stretches of sea on the coast.
A visit to the Sanctuary of Maria Santissima di Custonaci and the Art and Faith Museum with its ex-votos.
Entry into Grotta Mangiapane to discover the rural village of Scurati.
A walk among limestone rock, Mediterranean scrub and the wild herbs of Monte Cofano.
Choose a stretch of trail suited to the group and combine the Reserve with Grotta Mangiapane; comfortable shoes and the cooler hours are recommended.
Kiosks and refreshment points at Cornino — local catch.
Cassatelle in broth with ricotta and mint, and Spincia di Custonaci, a traditional sweet linked to festivals.