Western Sicily, its suggestions, its traditions. A bicycle trip from the coast of the ancient farming and fishing village of Scopello to the archaeological park of Segesta, a corner of Magna Grecia just a stone’s throw from the Zingaro Nature Reserve, one of the island’s most beautiful stretches of land.
You ride over spectacular coastal stretches and hilly landscapes dotted with ancient villages, an area where history has left indelible evidence.

Itinerary featured in the Guidebook Viatoribus “Italia in Bici con Gusto”

Itinerary description:
The loop route is 66 km long, starting and finishing at Scopello.
We leave the town proceeding south, after observing the old tuna fishery, which opens to a view of the well-known Faraglioni rocks, and the workshops of artisans working with ceramics.
A long straight stretch and then a series of hairpin bends lead to the beach at Guidaloca Bay, from which you proceed right toward Castellammare del Golfo.
When you arrive on SS 187, you pass outside the built-up area and then turn right onto SP 2 and continue to the Segesta Baths. Following the signs for Segesta, one thus reaches the well-known Archaeological Park.
From the station, passing under the railway, continue for 2.7 km to the junction where you turn right for Buseto Palizzolo (SP 57). Passing through the village of Bruca and skirting the Bosco di Scorace Nature Reserve, one passes near Lake Rubino and then arrives in the center of Buseto.
At this point we turn back, heading back toward SS 187 and reaching the village of Balata di Baida. Following the road to the Castle, the final part of the route winds its way to Visicari and finally Scopello.

Route type: loop
Length: 66 km
Height difference in ascent: 1150 m
Downhill elevation gain: 1150 m
Highest point: 434 m
Lowest point: 5 m
Type of surface: asphalt

Technical tips:
The route is ideal for road or bicycle touring bikes. Brisk elevation requires good basic training.

Municipality of departure: Castellammare del Golfo
Place of departure: Scopello
Municipality of arrival: Castellammare del Golfo
Place of arrival: Scopello

Recommended period: March to October