Take 01
2013
World War Z
Coastal stretches doubling for foreign settings (partial)
36.0444°N, 14.2511°E
Gozo
Film on Malta's quieter sister island — coastal cliffs, prehistoric temples, and the Citadel — with a 2% Gozo bonus on top of the 40% cash rebate.
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Scene 01 — Filmed Here
Notable Productions in Gozo
Take 02
2015
By the Sea
Coastal villas and cliff backdrops
Take 03
2014
Sons of the Sea
Fishing villages and harbour scenes
Take 04
2011
The Devil's Double
Mediterranean villa and coastal exteriors
Scene 02 — Locations
Filming Locations in Gozo
From landmark monuments to hidden quarters — every district scouted and permit-mapped.
natural
Dwejra & Inland Sea
Geological wonderland — collapsed Azure Window stack, Fungus Rock, and the Inland Sea linked to open water by a natural rock tunnel. Used in World War Z and many international features.
Citadel of Victoria
Fortified hilltop city in the centre of Gozo. Recently restored bastions, baroque Cathedral of the Assumption, and panoramic walks around the walls with views across the entire island.
Easy
Ramla Bay
Gozo's largest beach with distinctive red-orange sand. Backed by green hillside with Calypso's Cave above. Almost entirely undeveloped — no buildings in frame.
Easy
Xlendi Bay
Deep narrow inlet with cliff walls and traditional fishing village frontage. Clear turquoise water and a cliff-top tower. Sheltered conditions for water and underwater work.
Easy
Ġgantija Temples
UNESCO World Heritage megalithic temple complex from 3600 BC — older than Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids. Massive limestone slabs in their original arrangement.
Complex
Ta' Pinu Basilica
Isolated neo-Romanesque pilgrimage basilica standing alone in open countryside near Għarb. Striking symmetrical composition with no surrounding buildings.
Moderate
Salt Pans (Xwejni)
Centuries-old chequerboard salt evaporation pans cut into the limestone shore near Marsalforn. Geometric, otherworldly textures with the sea immediately behind.
Easy
Victoria (Rabat) & the Citadel
Hilltop capital with a fortified Citadel rising above the centre — 360° views of the entire island, baroque cathedral, and medieval lanes.
Ġgantija & Xagħra
Site of the 3600 BC megalithic temples (UNESCO World Heritage) and surrounding traditional village.
Scene 03 — The Case for Gozo
Why Film in Gozo
- ✓ 42% total cash rebate (40% standard + 2% Gozo bonus) on qualifying spend
- ✓ Largely undeveloped coastline — clear skylines and authentic fishing villages
- ✓ Prehistoric temples (Ġgantija) older than the pyramids
- ✓ English-speaking crews and full Malta Film Commission support
- ✓ 25-minute ferry crossing from Malta — full mainland infrastructure within reach
- ✓ 300+ sunshine days a year and reliable Mediterranean light
Scene 04 — Logistics
Transport & Logistics
Airports MLA (40km + 25min ferry / 90 min total) ▼
Malta International Airport (MLA) — 40km + 25min ferry / 90 min total
Taxi to Ċirkewwa + ferry (~€45 + €5)Direct charter helicopter (15 min)Private transfer with ferry booking
Local Transit ferry · bus · taxi ▼
ferry
Gozo Channel ferry runs Ċirkewwa (Malta) ↔ Mġarr (Gozo) every 30-45 min. Crossing 25 minutes. Vehicle deck for trucks and grip.
Crew tip: Production vehicles can roll on/off — book ahead for large trucks. First ferry ~6am, last ~11pm with limited night service.
bus
Malta Public Transport routes serve all main villages from Victoria's central terminus. Limited frequency outside peak season.
Crew tip: Smaller crews fine; equipment movement faster by van or production vehicle.
taxi
Local Gozo taxis and apps (eCabs, Bolt) operate. Smaller fleet than Malta — pre-book larger vehicles.
Crew tip: Pre-book early-morning transport for sunrise calls.
Production Parking moderate · Permits required
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Generally easier than Malta. Most villages and beaches have free public parking nearby.
Coordinate base camp via Malta Film Commission. Heritage sites (Citadel, Ġgantija, Dwejra) have designated lots for production vehicles with permit.
Getting Between Locations ▼
Gozo is 14km long — every location within a 30-minute drive. Ferry to mainland Malta is 25 minutes; total Mġarr → Valletta journey ~90 minutes including crossing.
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Plan Your Gozo Shoot
From permits and crew to equipment and logistics — we handle everything on the ground so you can focus on capturing Malta's quieter sister island.