Inspector Montalbano's Sicily

Sicily is a land rich in beauty and traditions. Thanks to the character of Inspector Montalbano, created by the writer Andrea Camilleri, this region has become even more famous throughout the world. The TV series, which brought the adventures of the most beloved Sicilian inspector to the small screen, also showed some of the most suggestive and enchanting locations in Sicily. You can't miss a trip to the places that were the backdrop to these adventures! Choose Pietra d'Acqua Natural Retreat & Spa Resort and discover the 6 most iconic Montalbano locations nearby.

1. Punta Secca: Montalbano's house

Punta Secca is the seaside village where Montalbano has his famous house. The inspector's house is located right on the beach, and its balcony overlooking the sea is one of the most recognizable symbols of the TV series. Those who visit Punta Secca can walk along the beach and feel the atmosphere of the mysteries solved by the commissioner.

2. Scicli: The Vigata Police Station

Scicli, another baroque jewel, is one of the most famous locations in the series. In this town in the province of Ragusa is the Police Station where Montalbano works, which is actually the town hall of Scicli. The main square of the city, with its splendid architecture, is the starting point of many of the commissioner's investigations. The nearby churches, historic buildings and narrow streets complete the perfect atmosphere for Camilleri's stories

3. Ragusa Ibla: The heart of the story

Ragusa Ibla, one of the historic districts of the city of Ragusa, is the beating heart of Montalbano's adventures. Its baroque architecture and narrow cobbled streets are the perfect setting for the commissioner's investigations. Some of the most iconic scenes were filmed here, such as those that take place in front of the "Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista" or in the alleys that Montalbano walks through while trying to solve his cases.

4. Modica: Where tradition meets mystery

Modica, another pearl of the Val di Noto, is famous for its baroque architecture and chocolate tradition. The historic center of the city, with its imposing stairways and churches, is the ideal stage for Montalbano's investigations. Some episodes of the series were filmed right here, and the city, with its intimate and mysterious atmosphere, seems to have been created specifically to be the backdrop for a thriller.

5. Cava d'Ispica: The most ancient Sicily

Cava d'Ispica is a place that evokes the most ancient Sicily. Located between Modica and Ispica, this valley carved into the rock is an enchanting corner of uncontaminated nature and breathtaking landscapes. The Cava has been used in several scenes of the series, where its primitive and wild atmosphere fits perfectly into the investigations and mysteries solved by Montalbano. An ideal area for archaeology enthusiasts, but also for those looking for lush and suggestive nature.

6. Montalbano's Mannara: the Fornace Penna

In the seaside village of Sampieri, on the cliff, at the end of the beach, is the Fornace Penna: a wonderful ruin of industrial archaeology that ideally closes Sampieri and its beach. The furnace, destroyed by a fire, is the location where Inspector Montalbano often finds himself involved in new cases to solve.

Conclusions: A dive into the Sicily of Inspector Montalbano

The province of Ragusa seems to breathe the soul of Montalbano. The Sicilian locations described in this blog have become a real "character" in the series, helping to make each investigation a journey through the history, traditions and scenic wonders of the island.

Don't miss the opportunity to discover his favorite locations. It will be like entering an episode of the series and experiencing Sicily through the eyes of Montalbano. Geotravel, the Sicilian tour operator that aims to make an experience unforgettable, will expertly accompany you to these locations, fascinating you with the stories behind these wonders. And Pietra d'Acqua is the Resort that will allow you not only to discover the places of the TV series that surround it, but also to relax and regenerate in the beauty of its interior spaces (the rooms, the Spa, the Restaurant...) and exterior spaces (the garden, the infinity pool).