Linosa Island – Sicily: extinct craters, colorful houses and a volcanic island suspended between sky and sea. Linosa is the younger and lesser-known sister of Lampedusa, but it conquers for its volcanic landscape, deep silence and the charm of an island where everything is essential. Small, black with lava and green with prickly pears, it is inhabited by just over 300 people and offers an authentic contact with nature and the culture of the sea. No mass tourism, just trails, cliffs and the primordial energy of the rock. 🌋 Volcanic landscapes and craters to explore: Linosa is formed by ancient volcanoes, with craters still clearly visible and a territory shaped by lava and wind. Monte Vulcano, Fossa Cappellano and Monte Nero offer spectacular views of the entire island and the open sea. The paths pass through lava hills, cultivated terraces and stretches of wild coastline. 👉 Tip: Wear light hiking shoes and leave early in the morning to reach the top of Mount Vulcano: the view is incredible and the silence is total. 🌊 A clear sea and rocky coasts: The coasts of Linosa are made up of black lava, rocks and small coves where the water is clear and the seabed deep. Beaches are rare, but the sea is perfect for those who love swimming, snorkeling or diving. The areas of Punta Beppe Tuccio and La Pozzolana di Ponente are ideal for relaxing or observing marine fauna. 👉 Tip: Bring your mask and fins: the lava bed is home to a surprising variety of fish and marine plants. 🏡 Simple and authentic hospitality: The island's accommodation facilities are small and familiar: pastel-colored houses overlooking the port, B&Bs run by residents, apartments surrounded by nature. The atmosphere is relaxed and convivial, with restaurants serving fresh seafood, couscous, legumes, and locally grown vegetables. 👉 Tip: Stay close to the town to be close to the main services and enjoy quiet evenings overlooking the sea. 🐢 Protected nature and slow pace: Linosa is one of the main nesting places of the Caretta caretta in the Mediterranean. The island is part of the Pelagie Marine Protected Area, and is a living laboratory of biodiversity. The rhythms are slow, the days marked by light and tides, and the nights illuminated only by distant stars and lighthouses. 👉 Tip: Take part in the activities of the environmental education centre or on a nature walk: you will get to know the deep soul of the island through those who guard it every day. Linosa offers what has been lost elsewhere: real time, unspoiled nature and an open gaze on the essential that regenerates inside and out.