Mountain Biking Etna by MTB or E-Bike

Ragalna, IT
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Highlights

  • Cycling excursion on the Etna volcano
  • Breathtaking lava scenery and landscapes
  • Adventure among woods and old lava flows
  • Fantastic and tiring climb on characteristic trails
  • Pick-Up service from Catania for convenience

Meeting Point

Appointment at 9.00AM - Etna Sud Piano Vetore (near the Ariel refuge). Parking adjacent to Cancello Filiciusa (Altomontana track), Ragalna, CT, Italy. EXTRA: Pick-Up from our office in Catania or from your Hotel, quote on request and only for the city of Catania.

Meeting point

strada per salire al Galvarina , Italy

End point

End Point

Appointment at 9.00AM - Etna Sud Piano Vetore (near the Ariel refuge). Parking adjacent to Cancello Filiciusa (Altomontana track), Ragalna, CT, Italy. EXTRA: Pick-Up from our office in Catania or from your Hotel, quote on request and only for the city of Catania.

Meeting point

strada per salire al Galvarina , Italy

End point

What to expect

Cycling excursion in MTB (included) or *E-MTB (extra cost) on the Etna volcano. Start Point: Etna Sud (Piano Vetore). From Piano Vetore (Etna sud, about 1,750mt) we will head by MTB towards the Pista Altomontana (Etna sud), a trail characterized by lava scenarios and breathtaking landscapes. We will stop at the Galvarina refuge (about 1,850mt), after the stop, we will descend along a sandy dirt road towards Monte Fontanelle, where among woods and old lava flows the adventure in Mountain Bike will come to life. Finally, a fantastic and tiring climb awaits us along one of the most characteristic trails of our volcano. We will conclude the MTB Tour in Piano Vetore, the starting point of the Tour. Obviously at the discretion of the guide, it will be possible to make the necessary changes to the tour, all to make it suitable for your technical/physical abilities. Duration of the cycled route, including stops, 2 hours (approximately), 18 km (approximately), total difference in altitude 800m (approximately), maximum altitude 2,000m (approximately). We recommend bringing: Water (1 or 2 liters) and Snacks. + Included in the price: MTB 29er (muscle bike). - EXTRA E-Bike cost (quote and availability on request).
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Pista Altomontana Etna - Cancello Filiciusa

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Mount Etna

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

  • Additional information
    Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries
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    Not recommended for pregnant participants
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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Provided by Sicily Bike Tourist Service

What our experts say

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    Bring extra water and snacks.
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    Check E-Bike availability before booking.
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    Nearby, visit the Galvarina refuge for views.
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    Consider lunch at nearby Ristorante La Terrazza.
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    Wear layers; it can be cool at altitude.

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