Ginostra
A small village on Stromboli's southwest coast, reachable only by boat, with fewer than a hundred permanent residents, no cars, and donkeys carrying goods.
Ginostra is the second village on Stromboli, perched on the volcano's slope. It was once famous for having the “world's smallest port.” To this day it has no road connecting it to the main village, so it can only be reached by ferry or small boat, and goods are moved within the village by donkeys and small carts. White cubic houses, cacti and bougainvillea make up its peaceful scenery, making it a good escape from the crowds. Only some ferries stop here, so check timetables carefully, as services are suspended when seas are rough.
Opening hours
Open all day (subject to ferry schedules)
Nearby sights
- Sciara del Fuoco
- Stromboli
- Strombolicchio
- Basiluzzo
- Panarea
- Cala Junco & Capo Milazzese Village
- Pumice Quarries & Rocche Rosse
- Aeolian Archaeological Museum