Destinations
Catania sits beneath Europe's largest active volcano, and almost every ride here tilts upward, culminating in the long haul to Rifugio Sapienza through lava fields and pine forest. Mild winters, black volcanic tarmac and a lively port city with markets, coffee and easy flights make it a rewarding base for riders who come for the big climb.
Taormina sits between the sea and the volcano, with the long haul to Rifugio Sapienza on Etna's flank and the quieter crossing of Portella Mandrazzi into the Nebrodi hinterland. Mild winters, well-surfaced provincial roads and a compact old town full of places to eat make it a rewarding base outside the summer heat.
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