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Sartorius Mountains in the Mount Etna Massif
Visorando Member
2.31 mi
+236 ft
-430 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Milo (Catania)
A gentle wander north of Etna (a few kilometres at low altitude), offering a glimpse of the terrain and its vegetation. The eruption that created the seven Sartorius crates dates back to the late nineteenth century, nature has partially returned to this area.
Carrubella-Cavagrande-Cassibile circular route
3.35 mi
+771 ft
-771 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Noto (Siracusa)
A refreshing dip in the Cassibile River gorges, where swimming is possible.
Ascent of the Montagnola crater
5.12 mi
+2,851 ft
-2,838 ft
4h 50
Difficult
Departure from Zafferana Etnea (Catania)
A very pleasant and varied hike in the Etna massif. The first section up to the ridge is an easy walk through typical vegetation, first through woodland and then through ‘high-altitude savannah’, with a beautiful view of the coast. From the ridge, there’s a splendid view of the Del Bove valley and Mount Etna. Then the steeper ascent along the ridge takes you into a whole new world. The vegetation gradually disappears, giving way to volcanic scoria.
Western slope of Mount Etna
8.09 mi
+1,234 ft
-1,234 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Adrano (Catania)
A route on the western slope of Mount Etna, an hour’s drive from Catania, following wide paths and mainly in the shade, crossing a lava flow. This route remains pleasant in summer as it is situated at high altitude and within the forest. It is possible to do this route by mountain bike. In the event of an eruption of Mount Etna (as was the case in August 2026), there will be no ash (the prevailing winds blow towards the south and east).
Etna via the south face
8.19 mi
+3,724 ft
-3,737 ft
7h 00
Very difficult
Departure from Nicolosi (Catania)
Ascent of Etna, on its southern face, from the town of Nicolosi Nord. The departure point is at the foot of the cable car. The hike avoids the minibus route as much as possible.
Direct ascent to the cable car station. Then on to the first crater (accessible by minibus). Please note: from this point (1), a guide is mandatory.
The return journey was made via the same route (even though I could have taken alternative routes).