Etna via the south face
Ascent of Etna, on its southern face, from the town of Nicolosi Nord. The departure point is at the foot of the cable car. The hike avoids the minibus route as much as possible.
Direct ascent to the cable car station. Then on to the first crater (accessible by minibus). Please note: from this point (1), a guide is mandatory.
The return journey was made via the same route (even though I could have taken alternative routes).
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 13.18 km -
Average duration: 7h 00 -
Difficulty: Very difficult -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 1,135 m -
Descent: - 1,139 m -
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Highest point: 3,007 m -
Lowest point: 1,911 m
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Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 1,924 m - Foot of the cable car
- 1 : km 2.58 - alt. 2,503 m - Top of the cable car
- S/E : km 13.18 - alt. 1,924 m - Foot of the cable car
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