Property for sale in Calabria

Description

This pretty and picturesque town, situated on the slope of a steep promontory, which is known locally as "Lu Pizzu" - hence its name Pizzo - is one of the liveliest centres of Calabria's Tyrrhenian coast. It is of medieval origin with the buildings and narrow lanes sloping down towards the sea. Pizzo Marina is a popular seaside resort, fringed by wonderful cliffs and, also, a famous tuna fishing centre.

Pizzo is one of the most renowned towns in the Vibo Valentia province on the western coast of Calabria. Pizzo and the province to which it belongs to, Vibo Valentia, is famous for its scenic rugged coast, long sandy beaches, pleasant climate and the best ice-cream in the world. The region is steeped in history, with its roots dating back to 7th century BC when it originally became inhabited as the Greek colony of Hipponion.

Perfectly placed at the very centre of the Mediterranean, surrounded by miles upon miles of glorious white beaches, clear blue skies and an awesome backdrop of majestic mountains. Known to Italians for years as the real Italian Rivera, this sun-soaked corner of Southern Italy is emerging as the most exciting holiday home location in Europe.

Pizzo is very close to the popular coastal resort of Tropea which has been popular with Italians for many years.

Province

Vibo Valentia

Region

Calabria

Local Facilities

Shops, restaurants, bars, services.

Tourist Attractions

For more adventurous spirits there are plenty of exciting alternatives. The seas are crystal clear, full of exotic marine life, vibrant underwater reefs and ship-wrecks dating back many centuries making them a Mecca for diving enthusiasts and diving opportunities at all levels are widely available.

Newer sports such as paragliding are gaining popularity and the local Italian holiday trade ensures that a wide range of exciting pursuits are well catered for.

The high peaks of the interior are also only 55 minutes from the coast, excellent winter skiing facilities exist giving a hole new burst of life to the region during the few short weeks when the climate dips just below 20 degrees centigrade.

There are many local excursions available across the straits to Sicily, along the coast of the gods, north to Capri and Naples. The list is long and varied!

Transport

if you want to travel by train, the railway line connects regularly Tropea to Lamezia Terme, Reggio Calabria, Naples, Rome and Milan.

By bus: it is possible to reach Vibo Valentia by the regular buses that connect it to Tropea.

Airports

Within a short 15 minute drive of Lamezia International airport offering direct and inexpensive flights to the UK. We have also received news that Air Malta will soon be offering UK/Reggio Calabria flights.

Population

8,500

Directions

By car from the North, you have to take the A3 motorway Salerno-Reggio Calabria and leave it in Pizzo.

Properties in this area

ICL3822 Pizzo Beach Club 5 Star Resort
ICL4441 Pizzo Hidden Paradise
ICL4562 Borgonovo