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Vulcano - Alicudi ferry route details
Alicudi ferry terminal is 54 km west of Vulcano. This corresponds to a distance of 29 nautical miles.
| Ferry route: | Vulcano - Alicudi |
| Port of departure: |  Vulcano |
| Destination port: | Alicudi |
| Departures: | 24 times a week |
| Ferry companies: | Siremar Liberty Lines |
Alicudi
Alicudi is an insider tip and popular with hikers who appreciate the original far away from the tourist crowds. The tiny island with the extinct volcano Filo dell'Arpa is almost uninhabited. You won't find any roads here. Centuries-old stairs lead from the harbor up into the middle of nature and to the settlements of Bazzina, Montangola, Pianicello, Sgurbio and Tonna. Donkeys replace the cars. Seclusion and tranquility are the assets of Alicudi. At the same time, figs, almonds, the famous capers and coveted vines grow here. You can stop at the church Chiesa San Bartolo. From there you have a wonderful view of the sea.
The ferry port on the island of Alicudi offers connections to the other Italian islands of Stromboli, Salina, Sicily, Panarea, Vulcano, Lipari and Filicudi, as well as to the ferry port of Ginostra on the Italian mainland. A total of 11 routes are offered here several times a day by the shipping companies Siremar and Liberty Lines.
Vulcano
Vulcano, the southernmost island of the Lipari archipelago, is considered the ancestral mother of all volcanoes. According to ancient legend, the god Vulcanus operated his forge here. When you see the steam of the fumaroles and breathe in the sulfur vapors, you can imagine how the ancient Greeks came up with this idea. The natural fango springs were already used by the Romans for spa purposes. The uphill hike to the crater is easy and quick. At the port you will find restaurants. The black lava beaches are a much loved attraction. You will never forget the sight of the Dead Field with the offshore fumarole zone. Bathing in the naturally heated sea will be a unique experience.
The ferry port on the island of Vulcano offers connections to the other Italian islands of Stromboli, Salina, Sicily, Alicudi, Panarea, Lipari and Filicudi, as well as to the ports of Naples, Reggio Calabria, Ginostra and Vibo Valentia on the Italian mainland. A total of 14 routes are offered here several times a day by the shipping companies SNAV, Siremar, Liberty Lines and Alilauro.
