Pontine Islands
Precious Gems of the Tyrrhenian Sea
Why choose the Pontine Islands?
The largest is the island of Ponza, but the islands of Ventotene, Palmarola, Zannone, Gavi and Santo Stefano are also part of the archipelago. Zannone for its naturalistic importance, is part of the Circeo Natural Park, while Gavi and Santo Stefano, are private and exclusive islands.
This archipelago is a paradise for divers and divers, where you can explore the numerous and fascinating underwater caves, being captivated by the beauty of corals and underwater fauna that inhabits the clear waters.
The beaches, including the tiny beach of Chiaia di Luna, are enchanting places surrounded by cliffs overlooking the sea.
The charm of sailing to the Tyrrhenian islands.
Sailing among the beautiful islands of the Lazio coast, an archipelago of volcanic origin off the Gulf of Gaeta.
Six islands of rocky and sandy beaches, natural arches, pristine sea, romantic coves where to moor and a magnificent rocky and hilly landscape.
Cruise to the enchanting waters of the Pontine Islands.
The areas of navigation.
Ponza
Ventotene
Palmarola
Zannone
Gavi
Santo Stefano
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Discover the most authentic nature of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
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The legend tells
Legend has it that, according to the stories handed down in the Odyssey, Ponza was the scene of the love between Odysseus and the ruthless sorceress Circe.
Ulysses, in his attempt to return home, tossed by the sea waves, agitated by the will of Poseidon, visited many fascinating and dangerous places including the island of Circe.
Odysseus, arriving on the island, sent his men on reconnaissance, who were transformed into animals by the sorceress Circe, who had offered them a magic drink. Odysseus managed to avoid the transformation, thanks to the intervention of the god Hermes, who had given him a grass that would have immunized him from the filters of the sorceress.
After sharing the bed with Circe and accepting this union as an alliance, she manages to convince the sorceress to return the human aspect to her companions. Odysseus remained with Circe for about a year, and with her he had a son, Telegonus, and probably a daughter, Cassiphone. After the year, Odysseus left the island to continue his journey to Ithaca.
Homer refers to Ponza as Circid or the island of Circe.
