Let's get back on the trails together: we're kicking off the new hiking season with an immersion in the wonders of the Alte Madonie. A route that will offer us fresh air, silence, and one of the most expansive views in all of Sicily.

We will leave our cars in the Battaglietta car park, a stone's throw from the better-known Piano Battaglia, and walk to the start of our route, heading towards the Scalonazzo trail.

We will walk among beech forests in summer attire, karst sinkholes and traces of ancient seas. Fossils dating back 200 million years will accompany us to the summit, where the panorama will stretch from Mount Etna to the Nebrodi Mountains, all the way to the islands on the horizon.

Below you will find some important details:
Route type: Nature Trail
Level of difficulty: medium
Total length: 9 km
Duration: 6 hours (including breaks)
Starting altitude: 5,102 feet
Maximum altitude: 1,979 m
Elevation gain: 474 m (1555 ft)

To ensure a pleasant experience, we recommend that you wear clothing appropriate for the season and the hike itself so that you can cope with any changes in the weather. Given the nature of the route, there will be strong winds, a chance of fog, and cool temperatures. It is advisable to be well equipped to ensure that the experience remains pleasant and positively unforgettable. The route may be subject to some changes due to rapidly changing weather conditions. The hike is still recommended for participants in good health.

Please remember to bring the following:
Trekking shoes (mandatory)
Trekking poles (recommended)
Wind/rain jacket
At least 2 litres of water
Picnic lunch
We also suggest that you wear long pants to avoid unpleasant encounters with insects or thorny plants.