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Riserva del Monte Cofano, ring tour

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Riserva del Monte Cofano, ring tour

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4.9

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540

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Riserva del Monte Cofano, ring tour

04:09

10.5km

590m

Hiking

Embark on the Riserva del Monte Cofano ring tour, a challenging hike that takes you through dramatic coastal landscapes and mountainous terrain in northwestern Sicily. This route offers sweeping vistas of the Mediterranean Sea and the surrounding unspoiled coastline, with dramatic cliffs rising steeply from the water. You will traverse…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 6.96 km for 152 m

After 8.26 km for 152 m

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2.79 km

Crocefisso Cave

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This cave, 23 meters long and 6 meters high, has brought back numerous Palaeolithic finds and has been used until recently as a shelter for animals.

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3.46 km

Tower of Saint John

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This tower dates back to the seventeenth century and was part of the dense system of coastal watchtowers of Sicily placed to defend against Saracen attacks. The structure overlooks the …

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5.87 km

View of Monte Cofano and the bay

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A varied landscape awaits you on your way to the viewpoint. The path winds through green meadows, past fragrant broom and prickly dwarf palms, and repeatedly opens up views of …

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6.27 km

Monte Cofano Nature Reserve

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The Monte bonnet Nature Reserve is a protected area in the province of Trapani. It extends into the municipalities of Custonaci and San Vito Lo Capo and has Monte Cofano …

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8.88 km

Gorgo Cofano and the view of Monte Cofano

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The pond is nothing special and is dry in the summer.
But the view is fantastic such as two gulfs and Monte Cofano.

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9.90 km

Monte Cofano Canyon Trail

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The nature in this area is incredibly beautiful, but the best show is with the lights in the morning!

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10.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.61 km

3.36 km

3.26 km

308 m

Surfaces

4.80 km

2.99 km

1.45 km

1.28 km

Elevation

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Highest point (520 m)

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Weather

Tuesday 18 August

32°C

22°C

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Comments

April 18, 2024,2024 04 Sizilien Monte Cofano Runde bei frischem Wetter, sehr schön!

The circular hike on Monte Cofano starts at the coastal car park near Custonaci and leads along the coast to the old watchtower Torre di San Giovanni. From here, the route heads inland and winds its way up to the Passo della Zita, where the first far-reaching views await. The final ascent to the summit of Monte Cofano (approx. 671 …

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March 24, 2025,Monte Cofano Gipfel und Umrundung

I was so impressed by my first hike up to the summit of Monte Cofano that I wanted to climb it again. This time, I'd climb from the south side to the summit and then make the circuit counterclockwise. Unfortunately, the view from the summit was limited by clouds, but I did get to enjoy a beautiful sunset on the …

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November 2, 2024,Monte Cofano

Beautiful coastal hike in Sicily in early November

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Riserva del Monte Cofano, ring tour

Crocefisso Cave

Tower of Saint John

View of Monte Cofano and the bay

Monte Cofano Nature Reserve

Gorgo Cofano and the view of Monte Cofano

Monte Cofano Canyon Trail

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