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Last Updated on 7 August 2024

Introduction

Lake Pozzillo, falling within the municipality of Regalbuto, is one of those rare examples of when the hand of man succeeds in creating a magnificent natural environment. The lake is in fact artificial and was formed after the construction of the adiecent dam in 1959 on the Salso River near Regalbuto, in the center of Sicily.

All around, a forest of Eucalyptus trees has also developed, which together with the water of the lake and the surrounding hills make this place very special. Here you will also often find horses, cows or sheep in the wild, wandering carefree along the lake.

How to get to Pozzillo Lake and the adventure park

To arrive point with the GPS the Pozzillo Adventure Park which is located right next to the lake and there you will find a parking lot. After a few steps you will have arrived at your destination. Of course, if you want, you can also go to the Adventure Park, which is fun for both adults and children . The Park has 126 platforms, 4 climbing walls, 6 paths for children and a 600-meter cableway, a free glide suspended in the void.

Pozzillo lake, Sicily
Davide Mauro , CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons
Pozzillo lake, Sicily
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Top Secret Tip: The scenic drive by Lake Pozzillo

Before you arrive or leave, drive if you haven’t already done so the stretch of road between the towns of Agira and Regalbuto, the one near the lake. This route is very beautiful and scenic. You will see hills with olive, almond and prickly pear trees and at times you can even admire the lake from above. As if that weren’t enough, with a little luck if not hidden behind the clouds, Etna will also keep you company.

Pozzillo Lake

Along this road you will find yourself at a certain point in front of the “Canadian War Cemetery” dedicated to the Canadian military in Sicily, who died during the Second World War. In addition to being a place of reflection, it is also a wonderful vantage point .

Canadian War Cemetery, Sicily
Davide Mauro , CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

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Where to eat near Lake Pozzillo

Near the lake, just 200 meters from the Adventure Park, there is the club the Oasis of the Lake. Very nice and characteristic restaurant (which also acts as a B&B) with typical Sicilian cuisine such as fresh ricotta, cheeses, salami, olives and so on.

What to see around Lake Pozzillo

Lake Pozzillo is part of the province of Enna. Here you find the most beautiful places to visit around Enna .

Typical dishes of Enna and surroundings

Lake Pozzillo is located as mentioned above, in the province of Enna. Do you want to try the typical dishes in the Ennese area? You discover cos to eat in Enna and surroundings.

Here instead you find the typical Sicilian dishes in general.

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