Giarre Montesalice Milo Hill Climb
The Etna hill climb race, winding between the Ionian Sea and the volcano
About Giarre Montesalice Milo Hill Climb
The Etna Hill Climb
The Giarre Montesalice Milo Hill Climb is one of the most prestigious and long-standing automotive competitions in Sicily and Southern Italy. Organized by the Automobile Club Acireale in collaboration with Scuderia Giarre Corse, the event is dedicated to the memory of Isidoro Di Grazia, a historic figure in Etna's motorsport scene. It takes place within the municipality of Giarre, in the province of Catania, and also involves the municipalities of Santa Venerina and Milo.
One of the South's most technical tracks
The race is held on a 6.4-kilometer course along the provincial road connecting Giarre to Milo, featuring a total elevation gain of approximately 473 meters and an average gradient of around 7.4%. The track winds through the territories of three municipalities—Giarre, Santa Venerina, and Milo—climbing through hairpin bends and fast curves on the eastern slope of Mount Etna, set against a unique backdrop suspended between the Ionian Sea and volcanic landscapes.
A challenge of the Italian Mountain Speed Championship
The Giarre Montesalice Milo Hill Climb is a valid round of the Italian Mountain Speed Championship - Southern Zone (CIVM Sud) and gathers a large group of drivers every year, including prototypes, sports cars, and touring cars. Recent editions have exceeded 170 entries, featuring some of the best hill climb specialists from Southern Italy.
How to experience the race
For safety reasons, the public is not permitted to watch the competition along the race course. However, the organizers set up a giant screen in Piazza Belvedere in Milo, where fans can watch all stages of the event live. The race is also broadcast on the Naxos Pro Racing YouTube channel and on Etna Channel (digital terrestrial channel 199), allowing you to follow the event from home.
Giarre Montesalice Milo Hill Climb — edition 2026
27th edition - July 3rd to 5th, 2026
The 27th Giarre Montesalice Milo Hill Climb - Memorial Isidoro Di Grazia returns from July 3rd to 5th, 2026, confirming its status as the sixth round of the Italian Mountain Speed Championship - Southern Zone. Organized by the Automobile Club Acireale and Scuderia Giarre Corse, the event remains one of the most anticipated dates in Sicilian motorsport, featuring the customary 6.4 km track from Giarre to Milo through the territory of Santa Venerina.
For this edition as well, the organization will set up a giant screen in Piazza Belvedere in Milo, with live coverage on the Naxos Pro Racing YouTube channel and Etna Channel (channel 199).
Programme Giarre Montesalice Milo Hill Climb 2026
The 27th Giarre Montesalice Milo Hill Climb takes place from Friday, July 3rd to Sunday, July 5th, 2026.
The detailed hourly schedule for the 27th edition has not yet been published. Based on the usual structure of the event (2025 edition), the race weekend typically consists of:
- Friday — technical and sporting vehicle inspections
- Saturday — official practice, generally starting at 8:30 AM
- Sunday — official race, generally starting at 8:30 AM
The final times, entry list, and road closure schedules will be published on the official ACI Sport website and the event's channels.
Highlights Giarre Montesalice Milo Hill Climb 2026
Sixth round of the Italian Mountain Speed Championship - Southern Zone, on the 6.4 km track from Giarre to Milo, on the eastern slope of Mount Etna. Giant screen in Piazza Belvedere in Milo and live streaming on YouTube (Naxos Pro Racing) and Etna Channel.
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Practical information — Giarre Montesalice Milo Hill Climb
How to get there
Giarre can be reached by car via the A18 Messina-Catania motorway (Giarre-Riposto exit) and by train via the Giarre-Riposto station on the Ionian line. Milo, the finish line of the climb, is located a few kilometers further up the slopes of Mount Etna.
Where to watch the race
Spectators are not allowed to stand along the race route. A giant screen is set up in Piazza Belvedere in Milo for live viewing. The event is also broadcast on YouTube (Naxos Pro Racing) and Etna Channel (channel 199).
Traffic information
During practice and race days, the Giarre-Milo provincial road is closed to traffic during competition hours: please check the municipal notices and official road closure schedules.
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Where does it take place — Giarre Montesalice Milo Hill Climb
Strada provinciale Giarre-Milo