Excursions on Mount Etna
But Mount Etna is not just a volcano. Described by Pindar as 'the pillar of the sky,' it is a mythical and mysterious place in classical and European culture. Whether seen as an instrument of the gods or a gateway to the underworld, from Greek myths to medieval legends and the European travelers of the Grand Tour, anyone with a sense of mystery has been captivated by Etna, making this volcano an 'iconic' place, as UNESCO defined it when declaring it a World Heritage site
The Sicilians call it 'A muntagna', the mountain par excellence, because there is no other elevation on the island that can be compared to it. Rising over 3,400 meters, Mount Etna stands majestic and isolated at the center of the Mediterranean. Its gigantic volcanic structure is the result of intense, uninterrupted activity spanning millennia, which has generated a unique ecosystem: a succession of different volcanic phenomena and nature's adaptations to this very particular environment
Excursions on Mount Etna
Etna is not just about the central craters. With its 45 km diameter, a perimeter of over 160 kilometers, and a surface area of over 1200 km², it is possible to walk for days on Etna’s trails, immersed in surreal and breathtaking landscapes. From the simplest excursions to the more challenging ones, to multi-day itinerant routes, Etna always manages to surprise. Depending on one's fitness level and desire to walk, Etna offers various trails for all needs.
Below, I suggest some of the most popular excursions to which, depending on the time available, it’s possible to combine other activities (tastings, visits to villages, etc.)
A loop trail, not very demanding, to admire one of the most spectacular landscapes offered by Mount Etna
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Sunrise/Sunset
Admire the sunrise or sunset from the highest volcano in Europe, immersed in its breathtaking landscapes. Or both, with an overnight stay in a refuge or bivouac!
An excursion for those who don’t want or can’t walk too much, without missing out on the spectacular views that our volcano offers
A unique trek, something only Etna can offer.
An immersion into the black deserts of the volcano.
Etna Top in funivia
Up to the summit of the highest and most active volcano in Europe by cable car.
Etna e degustazione
The visit to Mount Etna and the tasting of its unique food and wine products.
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