A MOUNTAIN OF HOSPITALITY

ETNA, with its 3333 metres is the tallest active volcano in Europe. It has always captured the imagination of man. Ancient people believed the source of the volcano, to be the god of fire. Since antiquity, its imposing size has fascinated poets, philosophers and travellers and even today, it still fascinates present day tourists.

Trips to the volcano may begin by leaving Linguaglossa, the delightful centre of Etna situated at a height (ht) of 550m above sea level (a.s.l.), and heading for Piano Provenzana, ht 1800m a.s.l, the spectacle of the last eruption of Mount Etna in October 2002.
From here, take a 4x4 minibus operated by STAR, accompanied by a mountain guide, up to the summit craters. This excursion allows you to experience the unparalleled view of Taormina, the Aeolian Islands, the Nebrodi and Peloritani mountain ranges and the vastness of the Bove Valley, whilst enjoying the splendid panorama of the Ionic and Tyrrhenian coast.