Places
Hike·Moderate·Scenic·Popular
Vulcano — Fossa Crater
Sicily
The Gran Cratere of Vulcano last erupted in 1888–90 and is still vigorously fumarolic. The crater rim at 391 m offers a view over the entire Aeolian archipelago — Lipari, Stromboli (smoking), Filicudi and Alicudi on clear days. The fumarolic vents on the rim glow orange and yellow, releasing sulphurous steam continuously.
Duration
3 hours
Distance
5 km
Elevation
+400 m
Best season
April – October
Highlights
- Active fumaroles on the crater rim
- All 7 Aeolian Islands visible
- Sulphur mud baths below
With your dog
Dogs on leash on crater trail; sulphur fumes — bring water.
