SKIING ON THE SLOPES OF MOUNT ETNA

Mount Etna is known for its spectacular eruptions, moon-like

landscapes, craters and canyons craven out of lava, however the

largest active volcano in Europe also offers excellent conditions

for winter sports in a unique scenario. The Mediterranean blue

sea beneath and signs of the smoking crater at the top make skiing

down the slopes of the volcano a memorable experience. With a

height of approximately 3350 metres, Etna generally guarantees

snow from December up until the end of March; during this

period visitors can enjoy 1400 meters of downhill, cross-country

and alpine skiing.

There are two main ski centres on Etna, one on the North

side called Piano Provenzana surrounded by beautiful pine forests

and close to the town of Linguaglossa, the other on the South side

known as Rifugio Sapienza near Nicolosi. Both areas offer hotels,

chalets, ski lifts, various ski rentals and expert skiing instruction.

Winter activities include:

Skiing lessons for all levels

Alpine skiing to the summit crater

Cross-country skiing

Snowboarding

Snowkiting

Excursions with snowshoes to the summit crater

All these activities can be arranged together with transfers,

accommodation and general advice for a great day out.