How do you get to Scala dei Turchi from Agrigento?
To reach the Scala dei Turchi from the archaeological site of the Valley of the Temples or from the city of Agrigento, follow the SS115 in the direction of Porto Empedocle, then via Nereo along the coast in the direction of Zona Lidi for 2.4 km up to the signs indicating car parks or belvedere.
How do you get to Scala dei Turchi by public transport?
Unfortunately there is no public transport to “Scala dei Turchi”. You can get a bus to Realmonte and then from there it is a 3,5 km walk, or 5 km from Porto Empedocle.
How do I get to the Turks stairs?
How to get to Scala dei Turchi (The Stair of the Turks) Scala dei Turchi is located between Porto Empedocle and Realmonte. In the summer, there is a shuttle bus from Porto Empedocle to Scala dei Turchi. Otherwise, you can reach the site by taking a 30-minute walk from the center of Realmonte.
Where in Sicily is Scala dei Turchi?
Realmonte
The Scala dei Turchi (Italian: “Stair of the Turks”) is a rocky cliff on the coast of Realmonte, near Porto Empedocle, southern Sicily, Italy. It has become a tourist attraction, partly due to its mention in Andrea Camilleri’s series of detective stories about Commissario Montalbano.
Can you climb Scala dei Turchi?
Enjoy the views from the overlook above the Scala dei Turchi. It is not possible to climb them any more. The crashing waves of Mediterranean Sea far below– breathtaking. You may also choose to park above the steps and walk down to the top, where there is an overlook, instead of hiking along the beach.
How do I get from Agrigento to Syracuse?
You can take a bus from Syracuse to Agrigento via Catania Airport and Aeroporto Fontanarossa in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Syracuse to Agrigento via Roccapalumba-Alia in around 5h 41m. The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000.
Why is Scala dei Turchi white?
The Scala is formed by marl, a sedimentary rock with a characteristic white color, formed from the tests of planktonic foraminifera. The cliffs lie between two sandy beaches, and is accessed through a limestone rock formation in the shape of a staircase, hence the name.