Scivolo, Favignana

Cove

Scivolo

A rocky spot on Favignana where a sloping slab runs into the sea: no facilities, best for confident swimmers.

  • Rocky coast

Also known as: Cala Scivolo

At a glance

Type
Cove
Seabed
Lastra rocciosa inclinata verso il mare, fondale roccioso sotto costa.
Snorkelling
Praticabile lungo costa con mare calmo, per nuotatori esperti.
Accessibility
Ingresso su roccia inclinata e scivolosa; risalita impegnativa con onda.
Parking
No dedicated car park: informal parking along the approach road.

Who it suits

  • Curious travellers
  • Slow explorers of the island

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Why go thereScivolo

  • A place on Favignana recorded in the island's map
  • A local landmark along the coast or inland

Scivolo: the cove in short

Scivolo, sometimes also called Cala Scivolo, is a rocky coastal spot on Favignana whose name comes from the shape of the stone, which slides towards the sea in a smooth, inclined surface. That morphology makes it recognisable and explains its use as an entry point into the water by people who know the island.

It is neither a beach nor an equipped area: there are no sandy shores, structures, natural shade, refreshment points or rescue facilities. The place suits confident swimmers who accept a completely natural setting and organise themselves independently.

The sloping surface that gives the site its name calls for particular care: wet rock is slippery and getting out can be harder than getting in, especially with a swell or where algae are present. Suitable footwear and checking your exit point in advance are essential precautions.

The sea is part of the Egadi Islands Marine Protected Area, with rules on navigation, mooring, fishing and diving to be checked through the authority''s official channels. On calm days the water is generally clear and allows surface snorkelling along the coast, keeping an eye on passing boats.

The coordinates of this location are not yet verified in our records: for that reason this page gives no detailed route directions or detailed map, and recommends a field check before planning a visit, avoiding unconfirmed access routes on unsupervised coast.

Practical information

Type
Cove
Seabed
Lastra rocciosa inclinata verso il mare, fondale roccioso sotto costa.
Snorkelling
Praticabile lungo costa con mare calmo, per nuotatori esperti.
Accessibility
Ingresso su roccia inclinata e scivolosa; risalita impegnativa con onda.
Parking
No dedicated car park: informal parking along the approach road.

Practical tips

  • Check access and paths on site
  • Bring water: supplies are far away

What to know before you go

  • No facilities and no rescue services
  • Access over natural ground, with no built paths
  • Information about this place is still limited: check on site

Strong points

  • Quiet and off the beaten track
  • Intact natural surroundings

Good to know

  • No facilities
  • Unequipped access
  • Information still limited

Best time to go

Calm days, in low light (early morning or late afternoon).

Getting there: Scivolo

Parking

No dedicated car park: informal parking along the approach road.

Coordinates: 37.919502, 12.336051

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