{"id":68531,"date":"2015-03-01T17:10:06","date_gmt":"2015-03-01T16:10:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sicile-sicilia.net\/?p=68531"},"modified":"2026-10-14T11:08:22","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T10:08:22","slug":"alcantara-valley-and-gorges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sicile-sicilia.net\/en\/alcantara-valley-and-gorges","title":{"rendered":"Alcantara Valley and Gorges"},"content":{"rendered":"

The beautiful Alcantara Gorges<\/strong> are located in the valley of the Alcantara River, a natural area of great geological and ecological richness. This site is at the heart of the Parco Fluviale dell’Alcantara<\/em>, a regional nature reserve covering approximately 573 km\u00b2, encompassing the neighboring municipalities. The valley is crossed by the 53 km long Alcantara River, which rises in the Nebrodi mountains and flows into the Ionian Sea near Giardini Naxos. This river is known for its crystal-clear waters and picturesque landscapes, attracting numerous visitors every year.
Some access points to the main gorges are subject to a fee, approximately \u20ac13 for the private park, \u20ac1.50 for public access. <\/p>\n

The Gole dell’Alcantara (canyon)<\/h2>\n

The walls of the gorges can reach up to 25 meters in height and vary in width from 2 to 5 meters, depending on the section. The basalt columns in the Alcantara Gorges are one of the most beautiful geological formations of Etna.<\/p>\n\n\n