Etna

Mount Etna (3,326 meters above sea level) is undoubtedly one of the most famous and recognizable tourist attractions in Sicily . It is the highest European volcano still active . It evokes both admiration and terror. Because everyone knows what Etna is capable of. Its eruptions have put the inhabitants of the villages at its foot to the test more than once. However, when Etna does not attack with rivers of lava then it becomes an important excursion destination.

Etna, Italy

At an altitude of over 1,900 m above sea level, on the southern side of the volcano, you can reach the road, on which buses also run from Catania. From there, the trails leading to Mount Etna begin, and there is also the Funivia Dell'Etna cable car lower station, which takes you to a height of 2504 m above sea level. You can only enter the top of the volcano with a guide. But there is a huge area below it to the public, where you can visit the smaller craters on your own. When snow covers Mount Etna, skiers flock to its slopes. There are two ski resorts operating here (North - 10 km of slopes and South - 6 km of slopes). A visit to Mount Etna will be an unforgettable experience, mainly because of the amazing views.

For whom?

Mount Etnie is one of the must-see points in Sicily. You will surely like it here if you value active tourism . There are many trails in the higher parts of the volcano that will allow you to reach smaller craters and numerous viewpoints. If you are also looking for extraordinary places to ski , then you will surely be delighted with Etna in winter clothes. This volcano will also be a real treat for photography fans . It is an inexhaustible source of inspiration.

Sicily island

Due to its size, we have divided Sicily into several smaller parts. You will find descriptions of each of them when you visit Mount Etna , Caltabellotta , Taormina , Cefalu , Monreale , Palermo , Erice , San Vito .