Torre di Ligny
A 17th-century watchtower at the westernmost tip of the old-town peninsula, surrounded by sea on three sides, ideal for watching the sunset and gazing toward the Egadi Islands.
Torre di Ligny was built in 1671 as a lookout tower against pirates during the Spanish period. It stands on rocks at the westernmost tip of the Trapani peninsula, surrounded by sea on three sides. On clear days you can see the islands of Favignana and Levanzo. Inside is a small exhibition on prehistoric and maritime archaeology, with irregular opening hours. The rocks and sea wall outside are a great spot for watching the sunset, and when the wind is strong, waves crashing against the shore are spectacular. It is about a 15-minute walk from the old town's main street.
Opening hours
Exterior open all day; exhibition hall hours vary
Nearby sights
- Chiesa del Purgatorio & Misteri di Trapani
- Trapani Cathedral (San Lorenzo)
- Trapani Old Town (Centro Storico)
- Saline di Trapani e Paceco
- Sanctuary of Maria Santissima Annunziata
- Museo Regionale Agostino Pepoli
- Erice
- Museo del Sale (Nubia)