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Silvestri Superior Craters

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Silvestri Superior Craters

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Silvestri Superior Craters

Recommended by 191 hikers out of 194

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Parco dell'Etna

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Location: Nicolosi, Catania, Sicily, Italy

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1. Crateri Silvestri from Rifugio Sapienza – loop in the Parco dell'Etna

3.33km

01:04

110m

120m

Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Silvestri Craters loop from Rifugio Sapienza

3.32km

01:03

110m

Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Silvestri Superior Craters – Silvestri Inferior Craters loop from Adrano

3.33km

01:07

100m

Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Stefano Morlacchi

August 29, 2021

The Silvestri craters formed after the eruption of 1892. The 2 main parts (superiore and inferiore) are divided by the road, which passes in the middle. This makes them easily accessible, as they are also close to the parking. They are more difficult to reach than "Crateri Silvestri Inferiori" because the Path is steep and, sometimes, slippery. From there you can see the other craters from top.

Naxxos

March 25, 2023

The steep ascent to the rim of the crater becomes a sweaty undertaking on hot days due to the mixture of volcanic ash and lapilli. But the view from the top is worth every effort.

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Naxxos

March 28, 2023

Hiking shoes with a good profile make the ascent much easier. The paths through volcanic ash and lapilli require a certain surefootedness and can be exhausting on hot days.

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Location: Nicolosi, Catania, Sicily, Italy

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Silvestri Superior Craters

1. Crateri Silvestri from Rifugio Sapienza – loop in the Parco dell'Etna

2. Silvestri Craters loop from Rifugio Sapienza

3. Silvestri Superior Craters – Silvestri Inferior Craters loop from Adrano

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