Lucca Sicula
Rocca di lu Tronu: a spectacle of nature in the province of Agrigento
23 March 2023 - Categorie: Nature tourism, Rural tourism, Sustainable tourism Tags:
Sicily is full of places to visit and on which every year hundreds of national and international tourists rest their eyes: museums, hidden villages where time has stopped, ghost villages, cities part of the UNESCO world heritage, beaches awarded the blue flag among the most beautiful in Italy, parks and nature reserves, woods, quarries, ravines where you can find the perfect mind-body balance.
But the most fascinating and evocative scenario of all is Sicily itself, in its naturalness and simplicity. In this regard, today we want to tell you about the wonderful "Rocca di lu Tronu", a magical place that you will not find in touristic guides and that not even Google Maps will be able to show you.
The territory of Agrigento, where the Rocca in question is located, is ready to offer you an infinite number of places and corners that truly deserve special attention and an excellent starting point to visit them as part of your itinerary in south-western Sicily: the nature reserves of Torre Salsa and Foce del Fiume Platani, the sandy beaches of Bovo Marina and Eraclea Minoa, also at a short distance from the cliffs of Scala dei Turchi, the Valley of the Temples of Agrigento, the Archaeological Park of Selinunte, Sciacca and its thermal baths, the Salt Pans of Trapani and Paceco.
Just leaving the centre of Lucca Sicula, a town in the province of Agrigento where time has frozen, and taking a sloping road of about 1.8 km, you leave behind the last houses to start a suggestive journey through the south-western countryside . In the distance an imposing rock can be glimpsed, a huge boulder that dominates the entire area, which suggests an intense climb that leads up to its peak at 648 meters. Intense but very suggestive and liberating since the last stretch is covered in open vegetation and without a marked itinerary.
Once up there, the view is unprecedented and gives you those colours and scents that are the undisputed symbol of Sicily if words weren't enough to describe its particularities: the green of the forests, the land planted with olive trees, the town of Burgio, the Magazzolo artificial lake, the surrounding Monte delle Rose and much more that will leave you speechless. The Rocca di Lu Tronu is the essence of the Sicilian world with scenarios rich in tradition and natural landscapes.
But the most fascinating and evocative scenario of all is Sicily itself, in its naturalness and simplicity. In this regard, today we want to tell you about the wonderful "Rocca di lu Tronu", a magical place that you will not find in touristic guides and that not even Google Maps will be able to show you.
The territory of Agrigento, where the Rocca in question is located, is ready to offer you an infinite number of places and corners that truly deserve special attention and an excellent starting point to visit them as part of your itinerary in south-western Sicily: the nature reserves of Torre Salsa and Foce del Fiume Platani, the sandy beaches of Bovo Marina and Eraclea Minoa, also at a short distance from the cliffs of Scala dei Turchi, the Valley of the Temples of Agrigento, the Archaeological Park of Selinunte, Sciacca and its thermal baths, the Salt Pans of Trapani and Paceco.
Just leaving the centre of Lucca Sicula, a town in the province of Agrigento where time has frozen, and taking a sloping road of about 1.8 km, you leave behind the last houses to start a suggestive journey through the south-western countryside . In the distance an imposing rock can be glimpsed, a huge boulder that dominates the entire area, which suggests an intense climb that leads up to its peak at 648 meters. Intense but very suggestive and liberating since the last stretch is covered in open vegetation and without a marked itinerary.
Once up there, the view is unprecedented and gives you those colours and scents that are the undisputed symbol of Sicily if words weren't enough to describe its particularities: the green of the forests, the land planted with olive trees, the town of Burgio, the Magazzolo artificial lake, the surrounding Monte delle Rose and much more that will leave you speechless. The Rocca di Lu Tronu is the essence of the Sicilian world with scenarios rich in tradition and natural landscapes.
Monte delle rose (Mount of the Roses)
Sicani Mountains
The origin of the name is very interesting: rocca di lu tronu is a nickname that in ancient times indicated the highest point of the town, the entrance to the Sicani mountains that marked a whole new world in the Agrigento area. A metaphorical throne, impassable and built on top of a fortress symbol of territorial supremacy.
Recommended villas
Olivastro: Wonderful house located inside the Torre Salsa Reserve, an oasis protected by the WWF. Whether you decide to enjoy the splendid view of the valley full of olive trees from the comfortable and shady patio in front of the house or to walk a suggestive path made of vineyards and prickly pears, this is the ideal home for a beach holiday in complete relaxation and in total privacy.
Casa Moresca: In the heart of 10 hectares of Sicilian countryside dedicated to the cultivation of olives for oil, the house is located near the town of Castelvetrano and a few kilometers from the Selinunte Archaeological Park. Let yourself be lulled by the scent and sounds of the surrounding nature in its splendid infinity pool located close to an idyllic lake.
Rosmarino: Exquisite house located within a large estate planted with citrus and olive trees. Its location close to the town of Castelvetrano is an excellent starting point for visiting the wonders of Western Sicily but also an excellent destination for a holiday dedicated to relaxation and the sounds of Sicilian nature while diving into its delightful infinity pool. or you can rest comfortably in the cool of the gazebo in the garden.
La Robazza: Rich in history and a few hundred meters from a still active millstone, this delightful residence stands on a small promontory which is part of an ancient Sicilian fiefdom where exquisite extra virgin olive oil is produced. In front of the house stands its suggestive infinity pool that will give you unforgettable sunsets and an unprecedented view of the Sicilian countryside full of olive trees.
Villa Sara: Splendid modern residence with a Mediterranean taste, nestled on a sweet promontory that will give you an idyllic view of the Sicilian countryside between Menfi and Sciacca that sinuously slope down towards the sea. Ideal for a break from the hectic city life that will seem like a distant memory while during the sunset you will enjoy a sparkling happy hour on the covered patio in front of the swimming pool.
Camemi: Delightful modern villa with luxurious details, Camemi offers you an almost endless panorama with different shades that starts from the vineyards of the south-west of Sicily and ends with the turquoise of the sea. If you were looking for a place of peace and Sicilian colors and scents, this is the right home for you and perfect for any age.
Casa Moresca: In the heart of 10 hectares of Sicilian countryside dedicated to the cultivation of olives for oil, the house is located near the town of Castelvetrano and a few kilometers from the Selinunte Archaeological Park. Let yourself be lulled by the scent and sounds of the surrounding nature in its splendid infinity pool located close to an idyllic lake.
Rosmarino: Exquisite house located within a large estate planted with citrus and olive trees. Its location close to the town of Castelvetrano is an excellent starting point for visiting the wonders of Western Sicily but also an excellent destination for a holiday dedicated to relaxation and the sounds of Sicilian nature while diving into its delightful infinity pool. or you can rest comfortably in the cool of the gazebo in the garden.
La Robazza: Rich in history and a few hundred meters from a still active millstone, this delightful residence stands on a small promontory which is part of an ancient Sicilian fiefdom where exquisite extra virgin olive oil is produced. In front of the house stands its suggestive infinity pool that will give you unforgettable sunsets and an unprecedented view of the Sicilian countryside full of olive trees.
Villa Sara: Splendid modern residence with a Mediterranean taste, nestled on a sweet promontory that will give you an idyllic view of the Sicilian countryside between Menfi and Sciacca that sinuously slope down towards the sea. Ideal for a break from the hectic city life that will seem like a distant memory while during the sunset you will enjoy a sparkling happy hour on the covered patio in front of the swimming pool.
Camemi: Delightful modern villa with luxurious details, Camemi offers you an almost endless panorama with different shades that starts from the vineyards of the south-west of Sicily and ends with the turquoise of the sea. If you were looking for a place of peace and Sicilian colors and scents, this is the right home for you and perfect for any age.