Gurne of Castiglione di Sicilia

Le Gurne di Castiglione di Sicilia route map

In this stretch of the river the water flows over a bed of volcanic rock. Lakes called gurne are formed along its bed.

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The route runs along the Alcantara river for the entire stretch, passing over the lava rocks.

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Along it the rapids slow down and accelerate near the small lakes that form.

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Both banks of the river are surrounded by trees and Mediterranean vegetation.

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Almost at the end of the path you can detour to go and see the second Byzantine-style church, called cuba and dedicated to Santa Domenica in the area.

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The first is located near the starting point along the provincial road and is dedicated to San Nicola.

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