Cava Cardinale - A Wonder of the Iblei - SR

November 26, 2017
A short and pleasant loop trail along dirt roads and paths, featuring several stream crossings. The Cava Cardinale in Canicattini Bagni is both significant and spectacular, standing out from others due to its watercourse, which is interrupted by numerous natural potholes; the deepest of these is found in the section known as "Cava Limmi," where a dramatic drop creates a stunning waterfall (known as "Cascata Paradiso"). Throughout this canyon, you will find small limestone caves carved by the erosive action of water on the Iblei limestone, as well as numerous abandoned farmhouses, including the remains of stables and fortified sheepfolds.

Fee: € 10,00 – Includes guide services, RCT insurance, and excursion organization.
Meeting point: Sunday at 08:00 AM at Campo Boario, S.P.10 Ragusa/Chiaramonte Gulfi, or at 09:00 AM along the S.S. 287 Palazzolo Acreide/Siracusa in front of the entrance to the La Trota restaurant.
End of excursion: 05:00 PM in Canicattini Bagni.
Lunch: packed lunch
Travel: own car
Difficulty: moderate.
Loop trail: 5 hours of walking – on and off-trail.
Required equipment: trekking clothing, small backpack, k-way (rain jacket), hiking boots, waterproof jacket, hat, sweater, 1.5 liters of water.
Guide: Salvatore Marletta: contact 3334987946
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