Alcantara Gorges

Why go

Cold water cuts through dark columnar lava to form a narrow gorge below Etna's northern slopes. Basalt walls, river pools, and contrasting vegetation make the volcanic structure easy to see. The contrast gives the stop a distinct place in the region and merits more than a passing photograph.

What to look for

• Cold water cuts through dark columnar lava to form a narrow gorge below Etna's northern slopes.
• Basalt walls, river pools, and contrasting vegetation make the volcanic structure easy to see.

Useful to know

• Check river level and authorized access; wet rock is slippery and flashier conditions can close routes.

Your next visit

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