The beautiful state of Sicily, located at the southern tip of the Italian boot, is famous for its sun, history, Mount Etna, good food and friendly people. But did you know that Sicily also has some really beautiful lakes to offer?
Even though most of them are of artificial origin and serve to supply the population with water, a wonderful natural environment has developed around these lakes that is well worth a visit. How about walking around the ten largest lakes in Sicily and earning the coveted collector's medal of the Iron Lake Challenge in the Edition "Sicilia"? You have no time stress and can enjoy this trip. You can expect about 160 kilometers of the most beautiful shoreline!
RULES
The rules for Iron Lake Challenge Sicily are very simple. Nevertheless, we would like to clarify them once again at this point:
- Sign up for the Iron Lake Challenge Sicily!
- To conquer the Iron Lake Challenge Sicily and earn the beautiful collector's medal, you have to walk around the ten largest lakes in Sicily after registering. Lakes that are partly on the territory of other federal states are not included in this challenge.
- Bicycles, skates, etc. are not allowed, but you are welcome to hike or run.
- Each lake must be circumnavigated "in one piece" unless special rules apply (see below in the descriptions of the lakes). This means that you are welcome to take breaks, but you should complete the lake within one day. Of course you can divide the 10 lakes into different days. Do only one lake per day, because you want to enjoy this time!
- The Iron Lake Challenge Trentino/South Tyrol has no time limit. This means that you can cycle around the ten lakes over several years.
- We trust you that you have really circumnavigated the lakes. However, if you want to be included in the time ranking, we need a copy of your tracking. We don't care what you use (watch, smartphone or app).
General PLEASE NOTE!
- Please note that traffic rules apply in public traffic areas and along roads and cycle paths. So move with consideration.
- You circumnavigate the lakes at your own risk and at your own risk. The operator of this website assumes no liability.
- Please heed medical advice if necessary or have a medical examination before the start of the Challenge. You are responsible for your own health, equipment and condition. Breaking off a tour is not a disgrace, health always comes first!
A few important rules for dealing with nature during your lake tour:
- Please take into account the local instructions for the protection of nature.
- Please do not go off the trails.
- Please do not make noise.
- Please do not collect rocks or minerals.
- Please do not collect mushrooms.
- Please do not leave any garbage lying around. Quite the opposite. Many of us even collect garbage.
- Please do not feed animals.
- Please do not make an open fire.
- Please do not pick plants.
This should be obvious to all of us, but it doesn't hurt to remember it from time to time.
REGISTRATION AND SCOPE OF SERVICES
Registration for the Iron Lake Challenge Sicily costs 24,- EUR.
In this entry fee is our Iron Lake Challenge “Sicilia Edition” Sammlermedaille and the green marble (20mm) of the Timeless Challenge included.
However, you first have to circumnavigate the ten largest lakes in Sicily! Only then we will send you the well-deserved medal and marble! After all, you want to earn them and not get them as a gift.
How to register:
- Please click on the logo and you will be redirected to the registration page of our partner Digistore24
- You will now receive a registration confirmation
- Now you have to walk around the ten largest lakes in Sicily. As soon as you have completed the ten lakes, please send us an extract of your tracking as proof. We will also believe you without tracking, but then you will not be included in the honor roll.
- After we have checked this, you will receive your well-deserved medal and marble. Easy, isn't it?
YOUR MEDAL AND YOUR MARBLE
If you have circumnavigated the ten largest lakes in Sicily on foot, then you have completed the wonderful Iron Lake Challenge "Sicilia Edition"Medal earned. This can be the first in your upcoming collection from the Iron Lake Challenge.
LIFE SCORE POINTS AND THE TIMELESS MARBLE
The Iron Lake Challenge is part of our Timeless Challenge. Therefore, you deserve (in addition to the collector's medal) the marble in green (health/sport). This will also be sent to you. The marble will have a diameter of 20mm.
You earn with your performance approx. 16 Life Score points. These are automatically credited to you in our honor roll. This service is free of charge for you.
The ten largest lakes in Sicily
Lago Biviere di Lentini
Lago di Lentini, also known as "Biviere", is the largest lake in Sicily and is located near Lentini (province of Syracuse). It covers an area of twelve square kilometers. To walk around it once, you have to reckon with about 20 kilometers. Take enough to drink with you in the summer months!
Tour suggestion around Lago Biviere di Lentini
Lago Pozzillo
Lago Pozzillo is the largest reservoir in Sicily and was completed in 1959. It is located near the village of Regalbuto and receives its water from the river "Salso", which is a tributary of the Simeto. Beautiful nature awaits you, as this artificial lake has been completely reclaimed by nature. The eucalyptus trees on the banks are particularly beautiful. You can expect (depending on the tour you choose, between 20 and 30 kilometers)
Tour recommendations for the circumnavigation of Lago Pozzillo
- Extensive tour - Wikiloc
- Google Plan - Circumnavigation of Lago Pozzillo (plan is only rough and can be refined on site)
Lago di Ogliastro
Lago di Ogliastro is an artificial lake in Sicily, in the province of Enna and the province of Catania. It is fed by the river Gornalunga. The lake and its surroundings contain a rich ecosystem with many different bird species. Since 1974, a majolica plaque by Andrea Parini has adorned one of its shores, and the lake has been recognized by the European Union as a "Site of Community interest" recognized. The path around it is about 25 kilometers long.
Route recommendation for the circumnavigation of Lago di Ogliastro
If you have any other route recommendations, we would be delighted if you could share them with us. We would especially appreciate a .gpx file or a link to a tour you have already done.
Lago Garcia
Lago Garcia is a lake in the province of Palermo, Sicily. Situated at an altitude of 194 m, its surface area is 5.07 km². You need to calculate approx. 25 kilometers for a circumnavigation.
Route recommendation for the circumnavigation of Lago Garcia
If you have any other route recommendations, we would be delighted if you could share them with us. We would especially appreciate a .gpx file or a link to a tour you have already done.
Lago Rosamarina
Lago Rosamarina (also known as Lago Digao) is one of the largest lakes in Sicily and is famous for its clear water and abundance of fish. Other sporting activities such as sailing, windsurfing, canoeing etc. can also be practiced here. The entire area surrounding the lake, around the village of Caccamo, is well worth a visit. To walk around the lake, you need to plan about 18 kilometers.
Tour recommendation for the circumnavigation of Lago Rosamarina (Google Maps)
Lago Nicoletti
The artificial Lake Nicoletti (Lago Nicoletti) is a lake in the province of Enna in Sicily. Its dam impounds the river Dittaino between the towns of Leonforte and Enna. Regionally, this lake is known as a hot spot for various water sports, which are practiced here with passion by the locals.
Tour suggestion for the circumnavigation of Lago Nicoletti
We do not yet have a suggested route, but the bank can be walked directly. The circular route is approx. 15 kilometers long.
Lago Arancio
Lago Arancio is a reservoir in the Monti Sicani in the area of the three municipalities of Sambuca di Sicilia, Santa Margherita di Belice and Sciacca. Situated between green fields, it is beautiful to look at and well worth a visit. The path along the shore is about 18 kilometers long.
Tour suggestions for circumnavigating Lago Arancio
As far as we know, the shore is easy to walk on. However, we can also offer the following tour suggestions:
Lago di Piana degli Albanesi
The Lago di Piana degli Albanesi is an artificial lake near Santa Cristina Gela in Sicily. The reservoir is fed by smaller tributaries.
Route recommendations for the circumnavigation of Lago di Piana degli Albanesi
Most of the lake can certainly be walked along the shore. However, for those who prefer paved paths, we have a Google Maps circular route constructed.
Lago San Giovanni
Lago San Giovanni is located near Naro and Contrada Ramocoburro. The lake lies in a beautiful landscape with lots of green vegetation. It is particularly popular with anglers for its abundance of fish. You have to reckon with a circumnavigation of approx. 11 kilometers.
Route recommendations for the circumnavigation of Lago San Giovanni
Most of the lake can be safely circumnavigated directly along the shore. However, for those who prefer paved paths, we have a Google Maps circular route compiled.
Lago della Trinitá
Lago della Trinità is located in the Free Municipality of Trapani in Sicily. It is an artificial lake with an approx. 600 meter long coastline. The lake is fed by the "Delia" river and the water flows out again in the "Arena" river.
Route recommendations for circumnavigating the Lago della Trinitá
Most of the lake can be safely circumnavigated directly along the shore. However, for those who prefer paved paths, we have a Google Maps circular route zusammengestellt
Iron Lake Challenge Honor Roll Sicily
Here you can quickly and easily enter your results and upload the evidence (e.g. screen copy of your tracking). We check them and approve them. Then your result is saved and appears in the honor roll.
Instructions for the Challenge Tool
This is how our honor board works
- Register on our site
- Select the lake you are circumnavigating under "Summit/Lake
- Enter the distance you have covered (in meters) under "Length / Mountain height (in m)"
- Enter the required time (in minutes) under "Time needed (in min).
- Enter the date of your circumnavigation under "date"
- Now you can upload the evidence (e.g. a screenshot of your tracking) under "Upload proof (optional)"
- Now all you have to do is SAVE!
- We check your round and release it. Then you will see your result in the ranking.
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THE IRON LAKE CHALLENGE IN SOCIAL MEDIA
HASHTAGS OF THE IRON LAKE CHALLENGE
We would be happy if you share pictures, videos and your experiences around the Iron Lake Challenge with others. For this purpose we provide you with the following hashtags:
- #ironlakechallenge
- #ironlakechallengesicilia
- #timelesschallenge
The IRON LAKE CHALLENGE ON FACEBOOK
Of course we also invite you to join our Facebook group "Iron Lake Challenge Discussion Board".
Bellissimo challenge in Sicilia…
Mi intriga parecchio poter fare questa nuova avventura dei 10 laghi siciliani…
Credo proprio di iniziare a pensare cm inserire questi posti tra i miei allenamenti 😁😁
Ne sarei felice 😍 Saluti al sole di Sicilia ☀️