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CALABRIA AND TROPEA
Staying in Tropea and Calabria
Calabria is a land where sea, nature and history blend together, raising emotions that will stay in your heart and in all the pictures you'll take to bring home a little bit of this region with you!
Tropea is one of Calabria's most popular destinations and rises on a promontory above the sea.
Here, postcard-perfect views of the famous Costa degli Dei are endless.
A stroll through the historic center of Tropea unveils picturesque alleys, ancient noble palaces, and lets you fully experience the charm of Italy’s "Borgo dei Borghi 2021", which is a TV programme.
Among the oldest buildings in the historic center stands the Cathedral, built in Norman times, and the Sanctuary of Santa Maria dell'Isola, a striking church overlooking the sea from a rocky promontory.
Finally, you cannot miss a visit to the local markets to taste the famous red onion of Tropea, a symbolic product of Calabrian cuisine!
Here, postcard-perfect views of the famous Costa degli Dei are endless.
A stroll through the historic center of Tropea unveils picturesque alleys, ancient noble palaces, and lets you fully experience the charm of Italy’s "Borgo dei Borghi 2021", which is a TV programme.
Among the oldest buildings in the historic center stands the Cathedral, built in Norman times, and the Sanctuary of Santa Maria dell'Isola, a striking church overlooking the sea from a rocky promontory.
Finally, you cannot miss a visit to the local markets to taste the famous red onion of Tropea, a symbolic product of Calabrian cuisine!
Below are some excursions to do and places to visit in the area.
Remember that you can join the experiences with us! V- Collection and Valentour Incoming will help you discover Calabria.
Remember that you can join the experiences with us! V- Collection and Valentour Incoming will help you discover Calabria.
Calabrian Cities
Deepen your knowledge of Calabrian history and culture by visiting unique and world-famous locations.
Reggio Calabria, city of the Riace Bronzes, welcomes you with its Archaeological Museum and seafront promenade, described as the most beautiful kilometer in Italy by poet Gabriele D'Annunzio.
Continue on to Pizzo, a medieval village known for the castle of Joachim Murat, Napoleon's brother-in-law, and for its famous Tartufo ice-cream, a delicacy to be enjoyed in Piazza della Repubblica!
Reggio Calabria, city of the Riace Bronzes, welcomes you with its Archaeological Museum and seafront promenade, described as the most beautiful kilometer in Italy by poet Gabriele D'Annunzio.
Continue on to Pizzo, a medieval village known for the castle of Joachim Murat, Napoleon's brother-in-law, and for its famous Tartufo ice-cream, a delicacy to be enjoyed in Piazza della Repubblica!
The Costa degli Dei
The Costa degli Dei, between Tropea and Capo Vaticano, enchants with its variety of landscapes, featuring long beaches of golden sand and towering cliffs plunging into the sea.
Hidden among these sceneries are charming caves, small picturesque villages, and ancient sanctuaries that evoke stories of long-gone times.
The Costa degli Dei offers stunning seabeds perfect for snorkeling and trekking along panoramic trails with breathtaking views of the sea.
Hidden among these sceneries are charming caves, small picturesque villages, and ancient sanctuaries that evoke stories of long-gone times.
The Costa degli Dei offers stunning seabeds perfect for snorkeling and trekking along panoramic trails with breathtaking views of the sea.
Trekking and Nature
Calabria is a great destination for trekking, with trails crossing national parks and truly impressive natural sites. In the Sila National Park you'll come across trails nestled in centuries-old forests and spectacular views of lakes Cecita, Arvo and Ampollino. The Aspromonte will amaze you with its breathtaking contrasts, such as the Marmarico Waterfall and hidden Grecanico villages. The Costa degli Dei enchants with scenic routes between beaches and cliffs. In the Pollino Park, the most experienced hikers can reach the highest peaks of the southern Apennine. In the end, thematic routes such as the Sentiero del Brigante blend nature and culture.
The Aeolian Islands
In the mood to go on an adventure in a naturalistic and unique place? There are day trips by boat to the Aeolian Islands, an experience you shouldn't miss.
These volcanic islands, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, feature a unique landscape of fumaroles, crystal-clear sea, and picturesque small towns such as Lipari, Vulcano, and Stromboli.
On Vulcano Island, you can go on an excursion that takes you directly to the volcano's crater, while Stromboli is home to one of the world's most active volcanoes. Here, too, you can take part in a volcano trek, or admire from the Sciara di Fuoco from a boat, a breathtaking natural show of nighttime eruptions. Panarea is also a must-see, a favorite among celebrities and the perfect destination for those who love nightlife.
These volcanic islands, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, feature a unique landscape of fumaroles, crystal-clear sea, and picturesque small towns such as Lipari, Vulcano, and Stromboli.
On Vulcano Island, you can go on an excursion that takes you directly to the volcano's crater, while Stromboli is home to one of the world's most active volcanoes. Here, too, you can take part in a volcano trek, or admire from the Sciara di Fuoco from a boat, a breathtaking natural show of nighttime eruptions. Panarea is also a must-see, a favorite among celebrities and the perfect destination for those who love nightlife.