Walking in Sicily

Sicily is one of the Mediterranean's most dramatic and varied walking destinations. From the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna, Europe's largest active volcano, and the ancient ruins of Selinunte and Pantalica to the turquoise coastlines of the Egadi Islands and the still-smoking summit of Stromboli in the Aeolian archipelago, no other Italian island packs such extraordinary diversity into a single walking destination.Pocket-sized and packed with detail, this third edition Cicerone guidebook by Gillian Price covers 46 graded walks across Sicily and its offshore islands, from 2 to 23km (1 to 14 miles), suited to beginner and experienced walkers alike. Clear route descriptions are accompanied by sketch maps, with practical information on accommodation, food and drink, and travelling around the island throughout.46 day walks spanning Sicily's most diverse landscapes, from the northeast coast and the Alcantara River Valley to the Madonie and Nebrodi mountains, the Monti Iblei, Palermo surrounds and the westMount Etna routes are described, including the North-South Traverse, crater circuits, and lava field walks on Europe's largest active volcano, one of the most iconic and unforgettable walking experiences in ItalyAncient ruins and archaeological sites feature throughout, including the Greek temples of Selinunte, the prehistoric necropolis of Pantalica, the medieval hilltop town of Erice and the Byzantine churches of the southeastThe Aeolian Islands are covered in full, with walks on Vulcano's Gran Cratere, the spa trails of Lipari, Salina's Monte Fossa delle Felci and the famous ascent to the active crater of StromboliRoutes start from key bases across the island, including Catania, Messina and Taormina in the northeast, Palermo in the northwest and Agrigento in the south, making it straightforward to plan walks from wherever you are stayingGillian Price, one of Cicerone's most prolific and trusted Italy authors, brings her characteristic clarity and enthusiasm to every route in this guidebook. Sicily walking is unlike anything else in the Mediterranean; this is the guidebook that does it justice.