Montagna Grande
The island's central volcanic peak at 836 meters, within Pantelleria National Park. Pine-forest trails offer views over the whole island and the African coast.
Montagna Grande is Pantelleria's highest peak at 836 meters. Together with the nearby Gibele volcano, it forms the core of Pantelleria Island National Park, established in 2016. The summit is covered with pine trees, cork oak woodland and viewpoints. On clear days you can see Sicily and Tunisia. Several marked trails on the slopes connect to the Benikulà natural sauna caves and the Favara fumaroles. A road reaches close to the summit, and the walking loop takes about 2 to 3 hours. Wear sunscreen in summer, as the top can be very windy.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Favara Grande
- Grotta di Benikulà (Bagno Asciutto)
- Giardino Pantesco Donnafugata (FAI)
- Scauri
- Cala Gadir
- Specchio di Venere
- Nikà Hot Springs
- Laghetto delle Ondine