ロメッタの天然記念物・トップ5

Monte Scuderi, the magical mountain, full of hidden treasures. It is said that to reveal (find) the immense treasure hidden at the top of the mountain (the "Trovatura," as these hidden treasures are called in Sicily), one must first catch three fish from the Sea of Ali. They must then be brought "still alive" and on a "handkerchief woven by a virgin" to the top of the mountain. There, they will be cooked, and from them will emerge a huge serpent that will coil three times around the seeker's body. However, the seeker must not be afraid, or he will end up in distant, desolate lands. Once this is done precisely and carefully, a crack will open in the mountain, and upon entering, he will find a hen with seven chicks made of solid gold. Now, I don't know if I've remembered this story correctly, but the fact remains that Monte Scuderi has always represented a magical mountain, full of mystery, for the citizens of the villages below. From its flat summit, a 360° view of the surrounding area is offered. And a cave, visitable where the treasure could actually be found

Be careful when putting your feet on the rocks because they are very slippery. I recommend, when the depth allows, to walk directly into the water. Especially if it is a hot summer day.

Magnificent and thick cork oak forest in this stretch, full of trees with their particular bark that makes them look a bit like the Ents of the Fangorn Forest (The Lord of the Rings). The peculiarity of these cork trees is that, even if burned by any fires, they always come back to life, because they are protected by their bark, which burns, yes, but protects them from the heat.

Unfortunately in this dry season the flow is very minimal. A little further down, however, there is a livelier spring

Stretch of the Bagheria stream with passages into the water. Different sections to overcome with a bit of adventurous spirit.

Beautiful connection from the Eastern coast in Messina to the Northern coast. Passes by the access to the Santuario della Madonna di Dinnamare.