Mount Etna, or simply Etna (Italian: Etna [ˈɛtna], or Mongibello [mondʒiˈbɛllo]; Sicilian: Èttena, Èttina, Muncibbeḍḍu [mʊntʃɪbˈbɛɖɖʊ], or 'a Muntagna; Latin: Aetna; Ancient Greek: Αἴτνα and Αἴτνη[5]), is an active stratovolcano on the east coast of Sicily, Italy, in the Metropolitan City of Catania, between the cities of Messina and Catania.

Located near the east coast of the island of Sicily, Mount Etna (named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2013) is 3,329 meters tall with a base circumference of about 150 kilometers. With the full and half day tours from the cities of Catania, Taormina or Messina you will explore Mount Etna.

Mar 1, 2025 · Mount Etna, active volcano on the east coast of Sicily. The name comes from the Greek Aitne, from aithō, “I burn.” Mount Etna is the highest active volcano in Europe, its topmost elevation being about 10,900 feet (3,320 metres).

Oct 4, 2024 · Hiking Mount Etna, Europe's largest active volcano, is a serious undertaking. Plan your route, book guides and prepare your kit with these top tips.

Mount Etna, also called Mongibello, is one of the most monitored volcanoes in the world. The spectacular eruptions and fiery lava flows have always been of great interest to scientists and visitors from all over the planet.

Jun 19, 2024 · On the east coast of Sicily, Mount Etna is Europe’s most active volcano and a UNESCO World Heritage site - it’s also a popular traveller attraction. All roads lead to Rifugio Sapienza, or ‘Etna South’, where there is a visitor centre and car park.

Mount Etna is the highest and most active volcano in Europe. Towering above the city of Catania on the island of Sicily, it has been growing for about 500,000 years and is in the midst of a series of eruptions that began in 2013.

Mar 26, 2025 · Mount Etna is likely to loom over you, metaphorically as well as physically. Should you visit Europe’s tallest and most active Volcano, is it safe, and what should you do when you get there? I have all you answers to your questions …

In the midst of a great geological and landscape range, between desert areas with volcanic rocks and dense, green forests, stands His Highness Mount Etna, or Muncibbeddu in Sicilian, Mongibello.

Mar 1, 2024 · Sicily's Mt Etna is Europe's largest active volcano and fun to visit. Walk in craters, hike, and/or take a cable car up towards the summit. Use this detailed guide to plan your visit.