The Culcasi Family has been the salt family for more than 100 years
For four generations, the age-old traditions of the ancient salt workers from Trapani have remained alive here. In the name of work, hard endeavours and respect for the culture of an activity able to shape the identity of an entire territory. Inextricably linked to the territory of the salt pans of Trapani, Saline Culcasi produces and markets the sea salt of Trapani respecting the traditional habits and rituals, cultivating and collecting this precious gift of the sea within the Salt-pans Reserve of Trapani which is a WWF area and a FAI. (Italian Foundation for the Environment) “luogo di cuore” (place of heart)
The Culcasi Family has been the salt family for more than 100 years
For four generations, the age-old traditions of the ancient salt workers from Trapani have remained alive here. In the name of work, hard endeavours and respect for the culture of an activity able to shape the identity of an entire territory. Inextricably linked to the territory of the salt pans of Trapani, Saline Culcasi produces and markets the sea salt of Trapani respecting the traditional habits and rituals, cultivating and collecting this precious gift of the sea within the Salt-pans Reserve of Trapani which is a WWF area and a FAI. (Italian Foundation for the Environment) “luogo di cuore” (place of heart)
We work the salt in keeping with nature and tradition. Rigorously, without forcing or excesses. This is how true Sicilian excellences are born, both food and well-being. Discover all of our products in the online catalogue
Visita guidata alle Saline di Trapani ed al Museo del Sale
Immergiti in un luogo senza tempo, fra panorami mozzafiato, testimonianze storiche e degustazioni al tramonto. Scopri tutte le lavorazioni del sale seguendo insieme a noi il Percorso del Salinaio. Grazie ai nostri meravigliosi tour guidati potrai scoprire l'antica storia delle Saline di Trapani e del nostro meraviglioso Museo del Sale, vivendo insieme a chi ami un'esperienza sensoriale unica nel suo genere grazie alle nostre guide.
Visita guidata alle Saline di Trapani ed al Museo del Sale
Immergiti in un luogo senza tempo, fra panorami mozzafiato, testimonianze storiche e degustazioni al tramonto. Scopri tutte le lavorazioni del sale seguendo insieme a noi il Percorso del Salinaio. Grazie ai nostri meravigliosi tour guidati potrai scoprire l'antica storia delle Saline di Trapani e del nostro meraviglioso Museo del Sale, vivendo insieme a chi ami un'esperienza sensoriale unica nel suo genere grazie alle nostre guide.
At the table, salt is essential: here are some dishes in which it becomes the protagonist,
themed events and all the curiosities about this ingredient.
Spaghetti aglio, olio and chili are one of the purest expressions of Italian home cooking. A simple dish made with just a few ingredients, yet capable of delivering deep flavour and character. When quality ingredients are used, even the most essential recipe can turn into something truly memorable.
The orange salad with orange-infused EVOO brings fragrance, freshness, and authentic Sicily to the table. With our orange-infused EVOO and a pinch of Trapani whole sea salt, every slice strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory.
Origins & meaning
Step-by-step classic recipe
Tasty variations
Why choose Culcasi Orange-Infused EVOO
The role of whole sea salt
FAQ
Some places seem made to hold the very essence of the Mediterranean. San Vito Lo Capo is one of them: a sweep of white sand and turquoise water where the scents of spices and Mediterranean scrub blend with sea breeze. Time slows down here. Sunsets set the horizon ablaze. Life follows the rhythm of the waves. It’s a perfect destination if you seek nature, good food and authenticity.
And the ideal journey starts in Trapani, cradle of wind and salt. A stop at Saline Culcasi — windmills, shimmering ponds and white salt hills — is the most poetic way to begin (or end) an itinerary that unites sea and tradition, nature and human craft.
San Vito Lo Capo Beach: fine sand and crystal-clear water.
Among the gems of the Egadi Islands, Marettimo stands out for its wild spirit and authenticity. It smells of Mediterranean scrub and sea salt, time slows down between crystal-clear waters and absolute silence. It’s perfect for those who love trekking, the sea, and genuine places, far from mass tourism.
Start your journey from Trapani with a stop at Saline Culcasi: windmills, salt pans and golden sunsets tell the story of local tradition, just steps from the Egadi ferry.
Sunset over Marettimo: the perfect prelude after visiting the Trapani salt pans.
Perched high above the sea and the Egadi Islands, Erice is a place where time seems to stand still. A maze of cobbled lanes, the scent of almond pastries and breathtaking views make it one of the most fascinating destinations in Sicily.
From its hilltop, the village dominates the western coast, offering vistas that stretch all the way to Africa. This guide will help you discover how to reach Erice, what to see, where to eat, and the best time to visit. To make your trip truly memorable, combine it with a visit to the Saline Culcasi guided tours, where the ancient tradition of sea salt meets one of the most spectacular sunsets in Sicily.