BENNISTRA TOWER
SCOPELLO’S BENNISTRA TOWER
A historical and landscape asset
of great value
Torre Bennistra is perched atop a plateau, approximately 200 meters above sea level. A small, natural path leads to the top of the tower, where visitors can enjoy a captivating and serene view. From this vantage point, one can behold the entire Gulf of Castellammare.
16th CENTURY MARITIME DEFENSE TOWER
History and Architecture of Torre Bennistra
It was an integral part of the defensive system for monitoring Saracen ships, maintaining visual contact with the Tower of Capo Rama and the Tower Alba of Terrasini to the east.
In 2015, the tower underwent a full restoration and was reopened for community use.
Strikingly illuminated to highlight the stonework, it creates a dramatic visual impact, enhanced by eighteen LED projectors.
Discover the surroundings of Hotel Torre Bennistra
Bennistra tower
Bennistra Tower in Scopello, also known as Bennisti, an ancient watchtower restored in 2015, now an asset of immense landscape and cultural value...
Castellammare del Golfo
Castellammare del Golfo is a concentration of beauty to explore, between a walk to the small harbour and a visit to the castle...
San Vito Lo Capo
The beach of San Vito Lo Capo is about an hour away from Hotel Torre Bennistra. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Sicily for the beauty of its beach and sea...
Scopello's Tonnara
Nestled between cliffs and prickly pears, the Tonnara di Scopello stands in front of the Faraglioni of Scopello and tells the ancient story of tuna fishing...
Scopello’s seaside
The sea of Scopello leaves one's soul enraptured in the sight of its Faraglioni. From here, you will find a succession of unforgettable coves...
Segesta and Selinunte
The Segesta Archaeological Park with its temples and Greek theatre enriches your tour of western Sicily with culture...
The Zingaro Reserve
A visit to the Zingaro Nature Reserve in Scopello is an experience for those who love adventure, nature, and the discovery of wild paths...
