Etna Archives

Enjoying Piedimonte Etneo at the time of harvest

Posted on 11/09/2022 (09/09/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

There is a small town “on the way” that leads to some of the most beautiful places on Mount Etna. This village bears an important name, Piedimonte Etneo, which indicates its being at the foot (piedi) of the famous mountain (monte). Yet few people stop here and let themselves be fascinated by its history and […]

Torchlight procession in August on Mt Etna

Posted on 21/08/2022 (09/09/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

The torchlight processions in the mountains are now a common sight. It is easier to see them in winter, when the snow contrasts with the glow of the fire. It was the Alpine people who taught the world this tradition, filling certain cold nights on the highest peaks in Europe with lights. And the tradition […]

A recipe of dessert with Mt Etna’s berries

Posted on 15/08/2022 (09/09/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

An experience to do, when you come to visit Mount Etna, is that of collecting berries. You can do it anywhere, at any time during the late summer period (August-September). Even while you are on an excursion with your guides. What matters, however, is that you are on foot and that you want to take […]

Mount Etna for people who love luxury

Posted on 01/08/2022 (09/09/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

A volcano seems to be the most “popular” destination in the world, after the beach. Difficult mountain, rugged landscapes, it seems “planned” for tough ones, for people accustomed to fatigue … This is a volcano. And Mount Etna, with its 3000 meters and over asl, is the highest volcano in Europe and the meeting place […]

About the Museum of Etna in Nicolosi

Posted on 25/07/2022 (09/09/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

If you have to choose a destination, among the many that Mount Etna offers, this summer do focus on Nicolosi. Not only because this town is the gateway to the best views over Etna’s southern flank, not only for the local beauties, but also because there is the seat of Etna Volcanological Museum. Which is […]