Mount Etna: from Nicolosi to Rifugio Sapienza on foot?

Mount Etna: from Nicolosi to Rifugio Sapienza on foot? - Herd of mountain goats walking on snowy terrain

I will visit soon the north-east of Sicily (provinces of Catania and Messina).

I would like to know if there is any pedestrian trail starting from the town of Nicolosi (CT) and leading to the lodge known as Rifugio Giovanni Sapienza on Mount Etna, or any way to reach the latter from the former by just trekking.

I can't find any documentation about this specifically and my impression is that, if this one was a pedestrian itinerary it would be mentioned somewhere. I am aware of a bus connecting the two places, for excursions to start from Rifugio Sapienza. Two roads connect Nicolosi to Rifugio Sapienza (SP92 and via Catania) but both of them only seem to be an option by car.

I am collecting several info online but I have never used any specific app for trekking trails...including this time. Thanks in advance for any relevant information!






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How long does it take to walk up Mount Etna?

From here the hike begins throughout the most recent lava flows leading up to the summit of Mt Etna, in a volcanic environment. Helmets will be provided. There are about 3 km to the rim of the crater, under normal conditions, the ascent takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Can you walk up Etna without a guide?

Visiting Etna without a Guide? You can visit Etna without a guide only up to 2900 m. To see the highest craters at 3300 meters a tour guide is required (Mount Etna Summit and Crater Trek). For safety reasons and a much better experience, we highly recommend booking a tour!

Can you walk to the top of Mt Etna?

The Mount Etna summit hike (3,350 meters / 10,912 ft) is not possible at the moment. Due to the current volcanic activities, it's not permitted. Currently, the highest point you can reach is Torre del Filosofo at 2,920 meters (9,580 ft).

How far can you drive up Mt Etna?

From there, you get on a 4\xd74 bus to 2,900m and then a guided hike up a few more meters to the craters. What is this? In terms of tickets and prices, you have three options: Drive up Mount Etna to 1,800m above sea level by car (free if you go on your own)



SALITA AL RIFUGIO SAPIENZA | SP92 NICOLOSI-ETNA SUD - 1910 m S.L.M.




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