Zipline in San Mauro Castelverde: 1,600 metres at 130 km/h over the Madonie

Flying over the Madonie

San Mauro Castelverde is a small village perched in the eastern Madonie, not far from Cefalù. From here starts one of the most spectacular ziplines in Sicily: 1,600 metres of cable suspended over the valley, on which you can reach 130 km/h.

We tried it, camera in hand. The verdict: an absolute must.

What the ride is like

They clip you into the harness, you lie almost face down and then… off you go. The first seconds are pure adrenaline, then comes the wonder: forests, valleys and, on clear days, the sea on the horizon. A minute or so you won’t forget.

Practical tips

• Book in advance, especially in summer and at weekends.
• Check the weather: in strong wind the zipline may be closed.
• Check the weight and age requirements before you go.
• Closed shoes and nothing in your pockets.
• Glasses well secured: at 130 km/h the wind is merciless.
• A jacket: it’s cooler up in the mountains than on the coast.

What to do nearby

San Mauro Castelverde is a great base for discovering the Madonie: stone villages, forests, trails and mountain cooking to try. For hiking ideas, read our article on nature hikes around Cefalù.

And if you’d rather get there under your own steam: Kalura Bike Station runs a road-bike tour that goes right through San Mauro Castelverde, starting and finishing at Hotel Kalura.

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