{"id":110528,"date":"2026-02-12T14:59:18","date_gmt":"2026-02-12T13:59:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.visitsicily.info\/?post_type=itinerario&p=110528"},"modified":"2026-02-12T14:59:18","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T13:59:18","slug":"sicily-water-nature-trail-canyons-rivers-springs","status":"publish","type":"itinerario","link":"https:\/\/www.visitsicily.info\/en\/itinerario\/sicily-water-nature-trail-canyons-rivers-springs\/","title":{"rendered":"Sicily by water: an itinerary through canyons, rivers, and springs in the island’s interior"},"content":{"rendered":"

Stage 1 \u2013 Alcantara Gorges: the lava canyon<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In the heart of eastern Sicily, the Alcantara<\/a> River has carved out one of Europe’s most spectacular lava canyons over time. Its gorges<\/a> are the result of ancient basalt flows cooled by water, which have created geometric walls, hexagonal columns, and unique sculptural shapes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

In addition to the more well-known routes, the area offers less frequented nature trails<\/strong>, ideal for observing the riparian flora and the continuous dialogue between cold water and volcanic rock.<\/p>\n

The chromatic and sensory contrast between black lava and clear water makes this place one of the most iconic and surprising river landscapes in Sicily.<\/strong><\/p>\n