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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: August 9, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Parco dell'Etna

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

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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2

13.7 km

Piano delle Ginestre

Highlight • Viewpoint

3

16.6 km

Pagghiaro di Monte Tre Frati

Highlight • Mountain Hut

4

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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5

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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6

29.5 km

Volcanic Sand Trail, Parco dell'Etna

Highlight • Trail

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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7

30.2 km

Monte Scavo Bivouac

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The bivouac is located along the Altomontana, about 11 km from the southern entrance.
Inside there is a table with benches, a fireplace and a bunk bed (new!).
Outside there …

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8

43.3 km

Fontana Murata

Highlight • Structure

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

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B

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

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Highest point (1,930 m)

Lowest point (850 m)

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Monday 12 October

16°C

9°C

22 %

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