Passengers who take the ferry to Levanzo arrive at the smallest island of the three main wonderful Aegadian islands in the Mediterranean Sea, west of Sicily!
Isola di Levanzo in the Egadi Archipelago is located on the west of Trapani with an area of approx. 6 square kilometers, 5 kilometers long and around 450 inhabitants. Tourists who are journeying to Levanzo are mostly seeking relaxation and a getaway from everyday rhythms in summer months. This attractive island offers great beaches, an underwater world and interesting hiking trails. If somebody, though, wants to explore more of Levanzo, then it might be necessary to take a boat tour around the island. May and October are the best months for visiting the island as it is less crowded and much more quiet.
Levanzo ferry routes
Levanzo Ferry routes happen from and to Favignana, Marettimo, Marsala and Trapani with most of them occurring in high season months.
- Levanzo to Favignana with a daily 10 min boat trip
- Levanzo to Marettimo direct or with a stopover to Favignana from 30min to 45min
- Levanzo to Trapani (Sicily) is a direct 25 min trip up to 45 min depending on the intermediate stops.
- Levanzo to Marsala (Sicily) with a trip duration of 50 min
Plan your trip, visit our online booking engine and book your tickets in advance in order to save your seats.
Levanzo ferry port
Levanzo ferry port is a quiet tiny harbor close to the main and only village or the island Cala Dogana, where you can find shops and small markets, accommodation and some good traditional Italian Cuisine. Bank or ATM does not exist on the island, so take care to have some cash with you.
Transportation options in Levanzo
Considering the size of the island every place can be reached on foot as motor vehicles are not permitted on the island. Mountain bikes are available instead.
There is a taxi boat service that you can use if you want to reach some parts of the island. Visit the marina and book a boat trip to admire the scenery and the wild beauty of the island Levanzo in Barca.
Places to visit
During your holidays in Levanzo take the opportunity to visit some of the most interesting places:
- The island’s highest point is Pizzo del Monaco, perfect for taking pictures and having a wider view of the entire island and the Mediterranean Sea. It is notable to say that it needs some effort to climb but the result will definitely not disappoint.
- Capo Grosso Lighthouse is located on the northern part of the island. Built in 1858, has a cylindrical shape and a balcony. It is active and can be approached through one of the 7 trails of Levanzo.
- At a depth of 30 meters under the sea in Cala Minnola, a wreck of a Roman cargo ship has been found, so if you visit the beach it is a good opportunity for diving.
- Last but not least, the so-called “Grotta del Genovese" cave could not be missed. Found in 1949, it is considered to be the island’s main attraction, containing paintings and graffiti from the Neolithic and Paleolithic times.
Levanzo beaches
Below you can find some of the most visited Levanzo beaches:
- Dogana is a rocky beach with no facilities full of small fishing boats and kayaks but with crystal clear waters which gives the opportunity to the locals and tourists for swimming and sunbathing
- Walking on the west of Levanzo, you can find the enormous Faraglione Rock in the sea and continuing the path there is also a famous cave called Cala Minnola, good for diving and laying under the hot summer sun. Both beaches need a 20 min walk from the port
- Freda is a beach with shallow waters, ideal for children and can be reached with a short walk from Cala Dogana. A nice place to swim and relax
- Calcara is not an easily accessible beach and if you choose to visit it is better to hire a boat. If you want to go on foot you have to walk around 3km.
- Tramontana Beach is located in the north part of the island between two cliffs at a distance of 4km from the port. It is the largest bay with caves ideal for divers, accessible also by boat
