Argimusco and Bosco di Malabotta Trekking - ME

November 27/28, 2021
Join us for a weekend trekking adventure through forests, megaliths, and a visit to the charming village of Montalbano Elicona. Beyond the village, the surroundings of Montalbano Elicona offer visitors a truly unique spectacle. Among the most fascinating historical and natural sites is the Argimusco plateau, often called the “Sicilian Stonehenge.” Located about 6km from the town center and nestled within the Bosco di Malabotta Nature Reserve, the site is famous for its massive sandstone blocks shaped into the most bizarre forms. An eagle, a lion, a skull, a warrior, a praying goddess, a high priest—zoomorphic and anthropomorphic profiles sculpted by nature have led generations of curious minds to imagine astronomical connections or mysterious alchemical correspondences among the rocks. In the absence of official studies, the most popular theory regarding the Megaliti di Montalbano comes from Professor Gaetano Pantano. According to this local history enthusiast, the Argimusco represents a sort of astronomical calendar. These enormous limestone boulders (megaliths), eroded by wind and rain into various shapes, have captured the imagination of both locals and scholars due to their resemblance to the dolmens and menhirs around which Celtic peoples once celebrated their religious rites.

Fee: € 40.00, includes guide service, RCT insurance and organization.
Other expenses: € 50.00 - Includes: B&B accommodation in double or triple rooms, Saturday dinner, and Sunday breakfast.
Expenses do not include: Saturday and Sunday packed lunches and fuel costs for travel.
Travel: own car.
Meeting point: Saturday, November 27 at 10:00 AM, SS 116 Trattoria Don Santo, Bivio Favoscuro, 4 km before reaching Floresta. Click the link below for the Google location.
https://g.page/TrattoriaTipicaDonSanto?share
End of excursion: Sunday, November 28 at 5:00 PM, Bosco di Malabotta.
Max participants: 15
Daily walking hours: 4 hours on Saturday (including the visit to Montalbano Elicona) and 6 hours on Sunday.
Accommodation: we will stay in local B&Bs in Montalbano Elicona.
Meals: packed lunches and dinner at an Agriturismo.
Difficulty: moderate.
Required equipment: trekking clothing, hiking boots, long trousers, hat, trekking poles, shower sandals, rain poncho (k-way), sweater, waterproof jacket, water bottle (1.5 liters), and personal toiletries.
Notes: the excursion may be subject to changes due to unpredictable natural events; in such cases, the guide will make the final decision.
N.B. The excursion will be conducted in accordance with current Covid-19 regulations. A few days before the excursion, we will send you an email with the latest information.
Guide: Salvatore Marletta: contact 3334987946 - Email: [email protected]
www.ciaotrekking.com