Highlight • Monument
Nelson Obelisk
Hiking
5.0
(8)
Mountain biking
5.0
(3)
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Luigi Parrinello
January 12, 2021
Hiking
This obelisk was made in 1905 by Duke Alexander Nelson-Hood in honor of the dead father a year earlier.
There's a great view of Mount Etna and Simeto Valley.
Wind jacket suggested, is often windy.
There's a great view of Mount Etna and Simeto Valley.
Wind jacket suggested, is often windy.
Salvo
October 10, 2022
Hiking
historical monument and you can enjoy a beautiful panorama. It is used by many as a waypoint
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Amici in e-MTB (Claudio)
March 7, 2026
Mountain biking
A well-known site in the Nebrodi Mountains. An obelisk dedicated to the English commander Nelson.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Nelson Obelisk
5.0
(1)
1
hikers
23.2km
06:48
630m
630m
This difficult 14.4-mile loop in Nebrodi Park offers challenging hiking with 2068 feet of elevation gain.
Hard
5.0
(1)
3
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Hard
5
hikers
9.79km
02:56
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Moderate
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Elevation 1,600 m