Costa dei Saraceni
The coast of pirates and Italy's largest Marine Protected Area
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Isola Capo Rizzuto - Regione Calabria
The Costa dei Saraceni (Saracen Coast), along the central Ionian coast in the province of Crotone, combines history, legends of ancient pirates, beaches and the crystal clear sea of the "Capo Rizzuto" Marine Protected Area, the largest in Italy and one of the largest in Europe.
The architectural symbol of the Costa dei Saraceni is the Aragonese Castle, which stands on the water's edge in the locality of Le Castella in Isola Capo Rizzuto. It is a magical place, evoking film sets and stories of Turkish pirates (the Saracens who give their name to the entire coastline!).
The sea in this part of Calabria is crystal clear, with seabeds rich in flora and fauna, which can be admired on an unforgettable trip in a glass-bottomed boat. There are many Blue Flag and Green Flag locations overlooking the sea (Melissa, Strongoli, Cariati), offering tourists perfect holidays for families with children, groups of friends looking for fun and couples who dream of coves with red, golden or even cinnamon-coloured beaches! Nature and geology lovers will be captivated by the romantic Calanchi di Cutro and Marchesato, the typical dunes of the Calabrian Ionian coast.
But it's not just about the sea! Just head into the hills overlooking the Costa dei Saraceni to discover the legendary vineyards that produce Calabria's most famous and award-winning wine: the renowned Cirò and Melissa DOC, in all its variations, and Sant'Anna di Isola Capo Rizzuto IGT. The wineries of the Costa dei Saraceni are the perfect place for autumn holidays and tastings, even in the low season, based on typical Sardella Crotonese (or Rosamarina) Pecorino Crotonese PDO.
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