Path of the Gods, Amalfi Coast

Experiences

Trekking & Path of the Gods

The Amalfi Coast isn't just beaches and ferries: it's also one of Europe's most spectacular landscapes to explore on foot. From the legendary Path of the Gods to the waterfalls of Valle delle Ferriere.

Essential trails

Path of the Gods

EE - Challenging
DISTANCE
8 km
TIME
3–4h
START
Agerola (S. Lazzaro)
END
Nocelle (Positano)

Breathtaking coastal views, Mediterranean flora, no asphalt

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Valle delle Ferriere

E - Moderate
DISTANCE
7 km RT
TIME
2.5–3h
START
Amalfi centre
END
Amalfi (return)

Waterfalls, tropical ferns, wild papyrus, natural shade

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Via dell'Infinito (Ravello)

E - Moderate
DISTANCE
5 km RT
TIME
2h
START
Ravello
END
Ravello

Panoramic views of the coast, olive groves, total silence

Punta Campanella

E - Moderate
DISTANCE
6 km RT
TIME
2.5h
START
Termini (Massa Lubrense)
END
Termini

Southernmost tip, Roman ruins, Capri views, marine reserve

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Fiordo di Furore

E - Moderate
DISTANCE
3 km RT
TIME
1.5–2h
START
Furore
END
Furore

Hidden fjord, waterfall, natural pool, freshwater spring

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Ieranto Bay

E - Moderate
DISTANCE
4 km RT
TIME
1.5–2h
START
Termini (Massa Lubrense)
END
Termini

Isolated wild beach, crystalline cove, protected area, sea views

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Monte Solaro (Capri)

E - Moderate
DISTANCE
4 km
TIME
2h (ascent)
START
Anacapri
END
Anacapri (chairlift return)

589 m, 360° panorama, sanctuary, silence

Crapolla Fjord

E - Moderate
DISTANCE
6 km RT
TIME
2.5h
START
Via Casal di Torca (Massa Lubrense)
END
Via Casal di Torca

700 steps, ancient stone staircase, medieval chapel, Roman ruins, marine reserve

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Reccumone

E - Moderate
DISTANCE
0.5 km RT
TIME
15–20 min
START
Marina del Cantone (Nerano)
END
Marina del Cantone

Wild and equipped beach, crystalline waters, land or sea access, beachfront restaurant

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Quick guide to Coast trails

Getting to the start

From Amalfi: SITA bus to Agerola (limited services, ~45 min). Recommended: leave Amalfi at 8:30 to catch the 9:15 bus to Agerola.

Getting back from the end

From Nocelle: local bus to Positano centre (~15 min) or walk down (~1,000 steps, 45 min). From Positano: SITA bus or ferry to Amalfi/Sorrento/Naples.

What to bring

Hiking boots (not sandals), 1.5L water, hat, sunscreen, snacks, light jacket. The trail has no water points or shops.

Best season

April-June and September-October. In July and August the heat makes it exhausting and crowded. Winter is possible but muddy and slippery.

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