Salvatesta and Leone Rock

Rocca Salvatesta e Rocca Leone route map

Rocca Salvatesta together with Rocca leone form two spurs on a rock formation in the Peloritani park. The two peaks rise 1250 meters above sea level and are located near the town of Novara di Sicilia.

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The route, clearly visible from the traces on the ground, starts from the SS185 easily reachable from Taormina. The first section goes into a small wood and allows us to overcome half of the difference in height.

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Arriving on the ridge you will walk for a while on it and then continue on the mountain side thus having the fortresses on the right side.

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The route takes on its charm during the autumn and winter period. The fortress is a large rocky spur that over time has been eroded by water and wind. Nature has settled on it, forming small patches of vegetation

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From its summit it is possible to admire the view of Etna and the entire valley up to the sea

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The area also has an area equipped to relax but the top offers much more.

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