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Trapani sits at Sicily's western tip, between the salt pans of Trapani-Paceco, the hilltop town of Erice, and the ferry to the Egadi Islands. The island's most overlooked corner, even though it packs three completely different landscapes into a single day.
Quick Answer
- Ideal for
- Travelers who want Greek ruins, salt pans and beaches without Agrigento-level crowds
- Recommended days
- 3-4 days
- Need a car?
- Yes — the region's highlights (Erice, Segesta, Selinunte, San Vito) are spread out
- Best season
- April-June or September-October
Highlights
- Erice hilltop town
- Segesta & Selinunte Greek ruins
- San Vito Lo Capo beach
- Egadi Islands ferry
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