SwimStrait 2024 - Traversata dello Stretto
Tue 27 Aug
|Punta del Faro Beach
Experience the ultimate open-water challenge at the Messina Strait Swim 2024! On August 31st and September 1st, watch swimmers conquer the legendary Strait of Messina, connecting Sicily and Calabria.
Time and Location
27 Aug 2024, 09:00 – 11:23
Punta del Faro Beach, Faro Capo Peloro, Località Torre Faro, 98164 Torre Faro ME, Italy
About the event
On August 27th and 28th, the SwimStrait 2024 brings a unique and thrilling open-water experience to life.
Organized by Swimming Travel, this annual event invites swimmers to cross the legendary Strait of Messina, linking Sicily and Calabria in a stunning natural setting.
For over a decade, this event has been a favorite among swimming enthusiasts from around the world. The 3.5 km course through the turquoise waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea offers a challenging yet rewarding adventure. While it’s not a competitive race, the swim represents a personal achievement for every participant, who will navigate the mythical waters of Scylla and Charybdis.
Event Highlights:
Dates: August 31st - September 1st, 2024
Location: Strait of Messina, starting from the Pilone di Torre Faro beach