Monti Sartorius Family Craters Walk

Easy circular Etna walk for families through birch forests, old lava fields, and the 1865 Sartorius side craters.

Family focus · Suitable for children and seniors

Private Guide cost € 200 up to 5 participants

Duration · Around 2.5 hours

Difficulty · Easy

Family focus

Suitable for children and seniors

Private Guide cost € 200 up to 5 participants

Duration

Around 2.5 hours

Difficulty

Easy

Tour overview Monti Sartorius Family Craters Walk

Monti Sartorius is one of the most accessible Etna hikes, ideal for families and visitors seeking an easy volcanic walking route.

The circular trail crosses birch forest, old lava terrain, and the 1865 side-crater system with frequent panoramic viewpoints.

With a certified guide, the walk becomes both scenic and educational, with clear explanations of local geology and ecosystem features.

Itinerary

Meeting point

Start at the Monti Sartorius trailhead (1,800 m), reached via Etna's northern roads.

Guided walk starts

Walk through solidified lava flows and native mountain vegetation.

Crater rim stop

Reach the edge of the extinct side craters for broad volcanic views.

Birch forest section

Continue through the white-barked birch woods unique to this Etna slope.

Panoramic viewpoints

Enjoy photo stops across open viewpoints toward sea and lava fields.

Return to trailhead

Close the loop and return to the starting point.

Essential Information

What's Included

Certified alpine or volcanological guide

Not Included

Food and Drinks
Pickup at meeting point

What to Bring

Windbreaker
Hiking or tennis shoes
Sun hat
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Drinking water

Items can be rented or purchased on site

Important Info

Participants of all ages are welcome. This hike is forbidden to advanced pregnant women and individuals with serious medical conditions such as heart problems or high/low blood pressure.

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