Pineta di Linguaglossa – Rifugio Timparossa loop from Pineta di Linguaglossa

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Pineta di Linguaglossa – Rifugio Timparossa loop from Pineta di Linguaglossa

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Pineta di Linguaglossa – Rifugio Timparossa loop from Pineta di Linguaglossa

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33.8km

1,560m

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

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Pineta di Linguaglossa

Parco dell'Etna

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