Fattoria Corleonese – Nature & Respect, on Foot or by Bike. Another Side of Corleone & Ficuzza.

Fattoria Corleonese is one of the most enchanting Sicily villas embedded deep in the beautiful countryside, a 5 minute drive from Corleone. After decades of whispers and mysterious activities surrounding the towns Corleone and Ficuzza, which are said to be related to the mafia, these beautiful places are now being redefined by the good, law-respecting people who adore this truly special corner of Sicily. While it’s normal for tourists to be curious about the history of the mafia in this part of Sicily, what now characterises Corleone and Ficuzza is a respect and love for nature as well as justice and honesty.

Explore Ficuzza’s rich ecosystem by bike. You can choose your path according to difficulty or preferred site-seeing opportunities. On your ride, you will see the well-known Bosco della Ficuzza, or the woods of Ficuzza, an ancient Sicilian forest. With its impressive flora and fauna, this remarkable forest provides a haven for Sicily’s most special plants and trees. Next, you will arrive at a heavily wooded plateau that is reminiscent of how Sicily once looked, during Ancient Greek times: entirely covered in thick forest.

As you continue pedalling you come to an old railway line that once united Palermo and Corleone. Then you arrive at a curious rock that is reminiscent of a seat. This is the famous Pulpit of the King, a rock that was chiselled into the form of a throne. This is where King Ferdinand the 4th of Bourbon used to wait during hunts.

In spring, there are many family adventures to be had, on foot as well as by bike. You might enjoy a climb up to the lake of Godrano and a visit to the Rock of Busambra which is 1613 meters high.

This villa is perfect for those who want to experience an authentic 19th Century-style estate. It is also perfect for those that would like to learn about and enjoy the local specialities including milk, cheese, extra virgin olive oil, and fruit.

When you enter the villa, you will find a surprising atmosphere: all of the comforts of a luxurious, modern home with the charm of an old house set deep in rural Sicily. Then, head outside and follow a lush path that brings you to a magnificent swimming pool.

Near Fattoria Corleonese there are many other points of interest. If you would like to learn more about the interesting and complex history of the mafia in Sicily, you can explore Partinico, Bosco Falconeria and Portella della Ginestra. If you are looking for a trip dedicated to culture, you can easily visit Monreale, Caltabellotta or why not visit the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento while you are at it. All of these destinations are within an hour’s drive of the villa.

One of Fattoria Corleonese’s defining aspects is its size, this big estate can sleep up to 10 guests. Just around the corner from this villa is a small trattoria that cooks authentic Sicilian dishes and typical Sicilian-style pizza in an antique wood-burning oven. – Travel Feeder

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Cecil Lee

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