Etna Archives

Mt. Etna, new eruption of South East Crater

Posted on 06/12/2020 (20/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

Something is changing to south east! From the end of November, the explosive activity that has now characterized the summit of Mt. Etna for almost one year has intensified. It is now involving also the youngest of the five craters. Or we should say four, as something is really going on up there. In fact, […]

From Mt Etna to Syracuse

Posted on 30/11/2020 (20/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

Mount Etna is the main character of a very large landscape. Its great size allows people to admire it from places you could not imagine, even from inner Sicily. If you are staying on the Ionian coast, starting from Etna and its surroundings you could plan interesting itineraries. And yet never lose sight of the […]

Covid, experience Mt Etna in the “orange zone”

Posted on 16/11/2020 (21/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

As soon as the “second wave” of Covid 19 pandemic hit Italy, the national Government has decided to divide the Country into zones. Every zone indicates a risk level and has some restrictions that shall rule the human movement on the territory. Red zones are in “semi lockdown”, with very few open places and stop […]

Alternative Mt Etna: by bike, helicoper or with alpacas

Posted on 09/11/2020 (20/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

The beauty of a mountain like Mount Etna is due to the fact that it is also an active volcano. So, besides the wonderful landscape, it also shows volcanic phenomena, unique in the world. The best way to enjoy Mount Etna is on foot, by just … walking. You will admire every single detail of […]

A trip to Timparossa Hut

Posted on 26/10/2020 (21/12/2024) by Grazia Musumeci

Timparossa Hut is set on the northern flank of Mount Etna. It is a magic place attracting every year trekkers, hikers and photographers. It is a part of the “hut itineraries” of this volcano but its particular characteristic is the beech forest all around. In autumn it turns red, thus giving the name to the […]