The largest of the Egadi Islands at 14 square miles, Favignana’s coast somewhat resembles a butterfly on the wing, hence its nickname among local boaters as La Farfalla. While the name reflects the physical shape of the island, it can also be said that Favignana is as beautiful as a butterfly, which will become obvious as you experience yachting in Favignana waters. The craggy shores are interspersed with sandy beaches where swimming and snorkeling is popular, and unlike many other islands in the Mediterranean, this one is relatively flat in comparison. Tuna fishing was and still is the mainstay of the economy, but tourism is making inroads, as evidenced by the resorts, bed and breakfasts, inns, boutiques, and the variety of excellent restaurants found on the island.
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No moorings are available. There are many good anchorages, including at Porto Favignana. The south side of the islands has good anchorages in the many bays with attractive beaches for swimming and snorkeling. Anchor between Punta Longa and Cala Rotonda. On the northwest side of the island is Cala Rossa with its intriguing grottos.
Dinghy dockage: Dinghy dockage is available.
The main town is Favignana Città, though it is hardly a city by any stretch of the imagination. Picturesque with its two piazzas, it’s a wonderful place to spend time exploring on foot. The two most popular beaches are Cala Azzurra and Lido Burrone on the south side of the island. The grottos at Cala Rossa are well worth exploring, including the Grotta dei Sospiri (Grotto of Sighs), so named because in winter the waves flowing in and out of the cave make it sound like someone is sighing. Scuba diving is good all around the island, especially at Cala Rotonda, Cala Grande, and Punta Ferro.
Fuel and water are available at Porto Favignana.
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