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Hiking on the Aeolian Islands is beautiful and very varied. These islands off the coast of Sicily are a wonderful destination for a walking or hiking trip. During peak season, however, it can get really hot, so you need to be careful in the sun, since there isn’t much shade along the trails.
Each island has its own charm and unique natural features, vegetation, and culture. It’s really worth hiking on several of the Aeolian Islands, as you’ll notice distinct natural and cultural differences between them. Read more about the most beautiful hiking trails on the Aeolian Islands.
You can decide for yourself whether to stay overnight on one of the Aeolian Islands and go hiking from there, or to stay on several islands and go island-hopping. Read more about what to see on the Aeolian Islands.
Prefer an organized hiking trip to the Aeolian Islands? Read about our 8-day self-guided hiking trip to the Aeolian Islands.




Salina is a beautiful island for walking and hiking. You can climb both of the island’s volcanoes. The hike up the mountains takes about 2 hours. The best place to start is at the Santuario della Madonna del Terzito in Valdichiesa.


You can enjoy a beautiful walk around the island on a route of nearly 7 km. You’ll start at the port of Panarea and head south. With a short detour, you can visit a Bronze Age village at Punta Milazzese. Follow the coast until you turn right and cross the island to the west side, where you’ll walk northward, enjoying stunning views from Punta Cardosi and the highest peak, Punta del Corvo (421 m). You’ll reach the northernmost point at Punta Palisi and return to civilization at Ditella, eventually making your way back to Panarea. In the summer, you’ll find a small colony of Eleonora’s falcons here.




You can climb to the top of the mountain—only when accompanied by a professional guide—in about 4 hours. From Scari San Vincenzo, you can go on a beautiful hike at sunset. You can organize the hikes on-site and join a group of up to 20 people. The hikes are always subject to weather and volcanic conditions.


On this smaller island, you can easily follow the road that connects the villages. You can hike up Mount Colle Alicudi from the harbor to an elevation of 675 m, enjoying beautiful views along the way.
Read more here for practical tips about your stay on the Aeolian Islands. Our comprehensive information about nature in Sicily can be found here.
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