Parks and Viewpoints

This selection highlights the natural landscapes and managed green spaces of northern Malta. It features coastal vantage points like Ras il-Qammieh, the island's westernmost tip, and the overlook at Anchor Bay facing the 1980 Popeye film set. Managed sites include the Gaia Foundation's reforestation center and the Pilgrims' Garden near the historic Sanctuary. Family-oriented spaces like the Selmun Family Park provide recreational facilities, while the Peace Grove offers a quiet area near the 17th-century St. Agatha’s Tower.

View on Popeye Village

Elevated viewpoint overlooking Anchor Bay and the preserved 1980 film set of Sweethaven Village.

Peace Grove Area

A quiet landscaped area situated near St. Agatha’s Tower, featuring stone benches and commemorative plaques overlooking the Mediterranean.

View on the bay

High-altitude vantage point providing a panoramic view of Għadira Bay, Malta's largest sandy beach, and the surrounding nature reserve.

ras il-qammieh

The westernmost point of mainland Malta, characterized by sheer limestone cliffs and unobstructed views toward the islands of Gozo and Comino.

Mellieħa Family Park

Recreational area near Selmun Palace equipped with children's play structures, an outdoor gym, and a dedicated jogging track.

The Gaia Foundation (Elysium Center)

An environmental center managed by a non-profit organization, dedicated to coastal conservation and the cultivation of indigenous Maltese flora.

Gnien il-Pellegrini

A terraced garden adjacent to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Mellieħa, containing a small cave chapel and views across the valley toward the sea.