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Sicily’s landscapes offer good hiking opportunities on Mount Etna, in the Madonie and Nebrodi mountains, in the Iblei hills, and on the Egadi and Aeolian islands. Note that many ancient paths have become overgrown and maps are often poor or hard to obtain (visit themapshop.co.uk for the best selection).

On two volcanoes: towards the summit of Stromboli, and on and around Etna, which offers a wealth of hikes depending on current conditions – the Valle del Bove is among the most awe-inspiring.

Kalura in Cefalù for the Madonie mountains (telegraph.co.uk/ tt-kalurahotel); and Monaci delle Terre Nere in Zafferano for Etna (telegraph. co.uk/tt-monaci).

Yes, to be safe on Etna’s higher reaches (guidetnanord.com) and Stromboli (magmatrek.it or stromboliguide.it).

Aside from excellent hiking, Sicily’s landscape offers some striking views