This mountain in Catania is known for being the one of the oldest and most active volcanoes in Europe. At the peak, you can enjoy stunning views of the …
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May 8, 2025
Plan your trip carefully as the best time is when it's not windy, cloudy or raining. We chose a good day in May with 26C weather at sea level, however it was blowing a gale at the top and a wind chil…Full review by Floyd M
May 7, 2025
I trekked up to the 2001 crater. So worth the steep hill. The terrain is slippery since the fine rocks and ash are what the trail is made up. I suggest bringing an extra pair of socks to change in…Full review by bjoux1122
Apr 30, 2025
If we hadn’t queued for an hour for the cable car (that was 50 euros each!) we might have reached Mount Etna before it was completely covered in cloud. I’m sure the views are spectacular but for us i…Full review by Nina F
What are the best towns or areas to see Mount Etna from a distance on the eastern side in February? I don't have time to travel up the mountain roads and back.
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Catania, and Taormina both have views. You can see it from afar. I just went up there lat week. It’s just fine to view it from far away. Not much to see really. It is smoking a bit.
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