Area Marina Protetta Plemmirio is a marine protected area in Sicily, characterized by a rugged coastline of limestone cliffs, serene coves, and small beaches. The landscape features unique geological formations and extensive Mediterranean scrub, including the dwarf palm. This diverse terrain, bordering the deep blue Ionian Sea, provides a suitable environment for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, touring cycling, and more.
Area Marina Protetta Plemmirio offers 5 routes across…
103
Routes
4.5
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Average rating
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4.4
(49)
192
hikers
13.1km
03:26
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(33)
127
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(34)
112
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(6)
164
hikers
5.04km
01:21
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.8
(6)
33
riders
43.7km
02:46
190m
190m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
66.8km
04:08
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(10)
61
riders
17.3km
01:10
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(10)
32
riders
49.2km
02:55
210m
210m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
(26)
179
riders
22.3km
01:25
120m
120m
Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.3
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91
riders
48.3km
02:59
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
(10)
90
riders
10.3km
00:35
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
61
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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38
riders
91.5km
04:04
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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28
riders
50.7km
02:00
230m
230m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

19
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(3)
17
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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20
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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22
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

26
runners
9.24km
00:59
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
19
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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7
riders
47.7km
02:47
210m
210m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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2
riders
56.5km
03:16
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Area Marina Protetta Plemmirio is a marine protected area in Sicily, established in 2005 and recognized for its natural wealth and marine biodiversity. It features a rugged coastline with limestone cliffs, serene coves, and small beaches. The area also holds archaeological interest with ancient finds in its seabeds.
Area Marina Protetta Plemmirio offers various outdoor activities including road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. There are 5 routes available on komoot, which have an average rating of 4.38 stars from more than 41,000 visitors.
Yes, Area Marina Protetta Plemmirio offers diverse road cycling routes. These routes range from easy, paved paths to more challenging rides, often providing views of the Ionian Sea and integrating historical coastal paths. Further details are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Area Marina Protetta Plemmirio guide.
Mountain biking is possible along trails such as the Sentiero della Maddalena, which is approximately 6 miles (10 km) long. This path offers varied terrain and access to the sea. More information can be found in the MTB Trails around Area Marina Protetta Plemmirio guide.
Yes, the Sentiero della Maddalena is a natural path approximately 6 miles (10 km) long, suitable for hiking from Punta Castelluccio to the Capo Murro di Porco lighthouse. This trail offers rest stops with easy access to the sea. The Hiking around Area Marina Protetta Plemmirio guide provides additional details.
The area features unique geological formations such as the Arches, the Giant's Tongue, the Natural Coastal Pool and Cave, and the Elephant of Plemmirio, a white limestone cliff. Extensive Mediterranean scrub, including the dwarf palm, grows at Capo Murro di Porco. The deep blue Ionian Sea reveals emerald green seabeds.
Some routes, particularly parts of the Sentiero della Maddalena, can be challenging and less suitable for young children. However, easier paths and specific family-friendly options may be available. The Family-friendly hikes around Area Marina Protetta Plemmirio guide offers relevant information.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Road Cycling Routes, MTB Trails, and Hiking around Area Marina Protetta Plemmirio. There are also guides for family-friendly hikes, easy hikes, city hikes, cycling, traffic-free bike rides, and running trails.
The Capo Murro di Porco Lighthouse is a prominent landmark within Area Marina Protetta Plemmirio. It offers panoramic sea views and serves as an endpoint for the Sentiero della Maddalena hiking trail. A touring cycling route, the "Capo Murro di Porco Lighthouse – Terrauzza Tuna Fishery loop," is also available.
Area Marina Protetta Plemmirio is popular among outdoor enthusiasts on komoot, with more than 41,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the area have an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars.
The official website for Area Marina Protetta Plemmirio is www.plemmirio.eu. For direct inquiries, the phone number is +39 0931 449310.

