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Stories and curiosities in the shadow of the Volcano

Spectacular lava fountains: Etna eruption 13.8.2023

On the afternoon of 13 August 2023, the measuring instruments of the INGV (Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology in Catania) register the first signs of

Eruption of Mount Etna on 21 May 2023

After a series of earthquakes in the summit area and a sudden increase in volcanic tremor, the eruption of Mount Etna on 21 May 2023

Places to visit near Catania: Aci Trezza

Aci Trezza is located just under 10 kilometres north of Catania on the so-called Cyclops Coast. Once a small fishing village, it is now a

Lava and snow: when extremes meet

The particularly low temperatures at the beginning of February 2023 and intense precipitation on 9 and 10 February 2023 transformed Etna into an idyllic winter

The feast of St Agatha in Catania

On the first weekend in February, from 3 to 5 February 2024, the whole of Catania will once again be in a state of emergency:

Accidents on Mount Etna

To mark the occasion, here is another article on the topic of “How dangerous is Mount Etna?” – but this time not primarily with reference

How dangerous is Etna?

It is a mighty phenomenon. At around 3347 metres, it is the highest and most active volcano in Europe. It is constantly active, erupting almost

Mount Etna in autumn

Mount Etna is worth a visit all year round and offers a different sight every season. The north side in particular, where the barren, black

Lucky charms in Sicily & other fascinating symbols

They are often regarded as lucky charms in Sicily, but are also a nice souvenir from your holiday. Testa di moro (Moorish heads) Whether as

Helicopter flight over Etna: simply breathtaking!

A personal report A sightseeing flight over a volcano, by helicopter over summit craters and lava flows. This has always been my dream and now

Etna North – The 2002 Craters

A personal report Today we are doing the North Craters Tour with EtnaWay, a tour to the craters from 2002. Meeting point is at 9am

The right equipment on Etna

Many people, including visitors who come from the Alps and often go hiking, underestimate Etna and the weather conditions. Even though Etna is very far