THE FIRST TRAIL RUNNING FESTIVAL IN SICILY

Registration for the Sicily Volcano Trail 2024 edition is officially open!

After the break of 2022/23, due to the intense volcanic activity in the Aeolian Islands, the Mandala Tour organisation has decided to propose a new, richer and more exciting edition, with a brand new "FESTIVAL" format, limited to 30 participants between athletes and companions.
The event will be a 'Trail Experience', discovering the Sicilian volcanoes in 4 stages. The first 3 stages at the Aeolian Islands will be 'non-competitive'. During these 3 stages we will run (but without the stress of the chronometer) take the time to appreciate the unique landscapes and enjoying the pleasure of running together (2/3 groups with different levels will be organised). The last stage on Etna will be 'competitive' and you will have the opportunity to test yourself on a breathtaking course on the northern slope of Etna.
This year's new 'Festival' format includes practical and theoretical courses for the runner's wellbeing:

• Workshops on Functional Breathing for athletes

• Running&yoga workshops

• Workshops on the benefits of Cold Exposure

• Yoga and relaxation courses

In addition, in keeping with Volcano Trail tradition, there will be many convivial moments, with the discovery of Sicilian gastronomy and wine tastings, massages and relax in hotel SPA and wellness centres to recover, after the running. You will also have time to swim in the crystal-clear sea of the Aeolian Islands and enjoy the spectacle of the night explosions of Stromboli and the moons landscape of Etna’s summit craters.

For the runners' companions and/or families (who do not like running!) we offer a parallel hiking programme, accompanied by a mountain guide. The same trails as the athletes will be walked, but in a reduced version. Companions will thus be able to enjoy the beauty of the landscape, climb to the top of the volcanoes and meet the athletes during the various stages of the Volcano Trail.
What are you waiting for then? See you soon in SICILY!!!