The climb of Mount Etna by road bike

Level of difficulty:
Duration:
4 hours
Starting from
€89
Guided
‐
€55
Self-guided
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A road bike ride climbing Mount Etna is a unique experience that combines natural beauty with physical challenge.

Guided
Bike tour with our qualified ITA/ENG guides, to get the best of your mountain bike experience. Costs are per person based on a minimum of 4 people per group, in two double rooms when included.
Self-guided
Independent, free to take your time and enjoy the bike experience at a pace that suits you. Follow an accurate GPS track to discover the delights of your bike ride. Costs are per person based on a minimum of 4 people per group, in two double rooms when included.
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Description

Starting from Milo, a small town at an altitude of 700 meters above sea level, you’ll immediately face some demanding climbs leading up to higher elevation. The road generally has little traffic and you can enjoy the surrounding views of ancient craters and lush forests as you cycle. On one side you can admire the view of the beautiful Ionian Sea while on the other there are dense forests growing on volcanic soil. The environment changes dramatically as you ascend with vegetation becoming sparser and sparser until the landscape is dominated by solid lava from both recent and old lava flows, showing evidence of the volcano’s constant volcanic activity.

The route winds through hairpin bends that challenge even experienced cyclists, but beginners can also enjoy the beauty of the surrounding nature. As you reach higher altitude, the grandeur of Mount Etna with the often smoking North-East crater in the foreground, will leave you speechless. Climbing Mount Etna on a road bike is not just a workout, but also a true adventure that stays in the hearts of those who experience it!
Extra Info

Time: 4 hours

Distance: 56 km with 1.550 metres of ascent

Level: demanding (on road bikes) – medium (on e-bikes)

Meeting place: Etna Bike Tours, Corso Italia 11/a, Milo, Province of Catania.

Season: all year round, depending on the snow on the trails.

Price includes the following:

  • Road bike rental (Giant TCR Adv with disk brakes, tubeless wheelset, Shimano Dì2 groupset – depending on availability)
  • Bike accessories (helmet, water bottle, repair kit, Shimano or Look clipless pedals)
  • Qualified MTB guide (Italian and English) *
  • GPS device with GPS track to follow **

 

What to wear and bring with you:

  • A small backpack/rucksack for your personal items (you can leave this in the van if you don’t want to take it with you during the excursion).
  • Comfortable clothes suitable for biking (bike gloves, padded shorts, etc), a rain/wind jacket
  • Biking shoes for clipless pedals or closed shoes e.g. trainers for flat pedals
  • A change of clothes in case it rains
  • Sunglasses & sun cream
  • A camera or smartphone if you want to take photos
  • A spirit of fun and adventure

 

* For guided tours

** For self-guided tours

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