A journey to discover Pantalica: Cassaro - Sella di Filiporto

April 19, 2020
Every place has its own track, a trail, a path that defines it; passion does the rest! This journey will unfold largely along the route of the old “Ciccio Pecora” railway, starting from Palazzolo to reach our final destination, Pantalica. A walk to discover the wonderful valley where the Anapo flows, a place where the Iblei reveal landscapes rich in history, traditions, and above all, nature! The choice of this route, almost inevitable, is dictated by the fact that it was the first railway section to be built between 1915 and 1923, and also the last to be dismantled in 1956. The story of the “Ciccio Pecora” began and ended right here.
The route will be divided into three stages, each with distinct characteristics of the area. The spring season will offer typical scents and colors; sweet sensory “cuddles”… (You may participate in individual stages or the entire route).
The stages are as follows:
1st Stage: Palazzolo - Cassaro
2nd Stage: Cassaro – Sella di Filiporto
3rd Stage: Sella di Filiporto – Pantalica Station (Loop trail to discover the wonders of Pantalica)

19.04.2020 Cassaro – Sella di Filiporto
The start of today's walk will be a short urban stretch: discovering the small but historic village of Cassaro. Immediately after, we will join a path that will lead us out of the town, immersing us completely in the valley below as we head toward the Cassaro station. We will arrive at the Sella di Filiporto, the gateway to Pantalica.
INFORMATION:
Meeting point: Sunday 19/04/2020 - 1st meeting at 08:30 AM, Campo Boario, S.P.10 Ragusa/Chiaramonte Gulfi
For other meeting points: please contact the numbers below.
End of excursion: (Daily) 5:00 PM.
Loop trail: approx. 6 hours of walking.
Travel: own car
Difficulty: Suitable for regular hikers.

Fee: € 10.00 - Includes guide service, RCT insurance, and organization.
Expenses do not include: travel to and from the meeting point.
Lunch: packed lunch
Required equipment: winter trekking clothing, rain jacket (k-way), small backpack, hiking boots, windbreaker, 1.5 liters of water.
Guide: Salvatore Nicosia (AIGAE Guide)
[email protected] – 333/7447419 (WhatsApp – Email – Phone)
Collaboration: Cutrone Vito
[email protected] – 368/7348961 (WhatsApp – Email – Phone)
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