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Piano dei Grilli Refuge – Galvarina Hut loop from Maletto

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Piano dei Grilli Refuge – Galvarina Hut loop from Maletto

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Piano dei Grilli Refuge – Galvarina Hut loop from Maletto

04:26

45.4km

1,250m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Parco dell'Etna

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Start point

Train Station

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13.2 km

Piano dei Grilli Refuge

Highlight • Mountain Hut

This refuge stands on the western side of Etna and is the starting point for numerous excursions in the Etna Park, a place of incredible beauty.

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13.7 km

Piano delle Ginestre

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16.6 km

Pagghiaro di Monte Tre Frati

Highlight • Mountain Hut

24.9 km

Galvarina Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Excellent refuge to stay the night at 1800 meters, immersed in a magnificent environment.

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27.4 km

View of Mount Etna

Highlight • Viewpoint

The site is a natural terrace with spectacular views of the western side of Etna

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29.5 km

Volcanic Sand Trail, Parco dell'Etna

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Along the entire western slope of the Altomontana and in particular in the indicated segment there is a layer of volcanic sand on the path of about 5 cm which can represent a danger for cyclists.

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30.2 km

Monte Scavo Bivouac

Highlight • Mountain Hut

One of the many wonderful refuges along the high mountain of Etna

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43.3 km

Fontana Murata

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Historic fountain in the Maletto area with fresh and light water all year round

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45.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.8 km

10.7 km

4.01 km

3.92 km

Surfaces

26.8 km

8.40 km

6.33 km

3.93 km

Elevation

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Highest point (1,930 m)

Lowest point (850 m)

Weather

Thursday 28 May

23°C

14°C

17 %

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Piano dei Grilli Refuge – Galvarina Hut loop from Maletto

Piano dei Grilli Refuge

Piano delle Ginestre

Pagghiaro di Monte Tre Frati

Galvarina Hut

View of Mount Etna

Volcanic Sand Trail, Parco dell'Etna

Monte Scavo Bivouac

Fontana Murata

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