Walking on the Amalfi Coast
32 walks on Ischia, Capri, Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi
Walking on the Amalfi Coast
32 walks on Ischia, Capri, Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi
Guidebook describing 32 day walks on Italy's beautiful Amalfi Coast. The areas covered include Amalfi, Sorrento, Positano and Monti Lattari, and the idyllic islands of Capri and Ischia. The region is criss-crossed by ancient mule tracks and pilgrim routes, offering a variety of walks from family strolls to strenuous treks.One of the world's most celebrated coastlines, the Amalfi Coast is a UNESCO World Heritage Site where dramatic limestone cliffs plunge to turquoise water, ancient villages cling to terraced hillsides, and a network of centuries-old mule tracks and pilgrim paths weave between lemon groves and hidden coves. Walking here is an experience unlike anywhere else in Italy.
Criss-crossing this extraordinary landscape, this comprehensive guidebook by Gillian Price covers 32 walks from 3 to 11km (2 to 7 miles), taking between 1 and 5 hours and suited to family strollers and experienced trekkers alike. Walks are graded 1 to 3, can be combined to create longer days out and are easily accessible from Naples, Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi, with detailed public transport, accommodation and refreshment information throughout.
- 32 graded walks across five areas, covering Ischia, Capri, Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi, with routes along ancient mule tracks, pilgrim paths, coastal cliff trails and mountain ridges above the Gulf of Naples
- The Sentiero degli Dei, the Path of the Gods above Positano, is described in full — one of the most celebrated and photographed walks in Italy, with views across the Amalfi Coast that few other trails in Europe can match
- The islands of Capri and Ischia each have dedicated sections, with walks including Monte Solaro on Capri, the Sentiero dei Fortini coastal path and multiple routes across Ischia's volcanic interior
- Sketch maps for every walk are provided alongside detailed route descriptions, with walks designed to be linked together to create longer itineraries and plenty of shorter options for first-time visitors
- Practical information on public transport, accommodation and local food and drink throughout, including ferry connections between the coast and the islands, making this the ideal planning companion for any Amalfi Coast visit
Few places in the world combine natural beauty, cultural heritage and walking opportunities as effortlessly as the Amalfi Coast. Gillian Price, Cicerone's foremost Italy author, has captured every step of it in this guidebook.
Walking on the Amalfi Coast - Quick Facts
Area: Amalfi Coast, Campania, Italy
Designation: UNESCO World Heritage Site
Total walks: 32
Walk distances: 3 to 11km (2 to 7 miles)
Walk duration: 1 to 5 hours
Grades: 1 to 3 (family strolls to strenuous treks)
Difficulty: All abilities, from short easy strolls to more demanding ridge and mountain routes
Areas covered: Ischia, Capri, Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi
Walk highlights: Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods), Sentiero dei Fortini (Capri), Monte Solaro (Capri), Valle delle Ferriere, Torre dello Ziro, Ravello to Amalfi, Baia di Ieranto, Monte Epomeo (Ischia)
Key landmarks: Positano, Ravello, Amalfi, Sorrento, Gulf of Naples, Capri, Ischia, Monti Lattari
Mapping: Sketch maps included for every walk
Transport: Detailed public transport information, including ferry connections between the coast and islands
Centres: Naples (main airport and city), Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, Capri, Ischia
Best time to visit: Year-round; spring (April to May) and autumn (September to October) are ideal; winter is quiet and peaceful; midsummer can be hot and crowded
Special features: Walk combination suggestions for longer days; accommodation listings; notes on local food, drink, plants and wildlife; Italian-English glossary
Author Highlight
"Routes in this guide follow country lanes as well as paved and stepped knee-testing ways shared at times with herders, farmers and their mules loaded with firewood or freshly
harvested lemons. On many occasions, there are walkers-only paths across flowered hillsides thick with Mediterranean plants, exquisite wild orchids, lush green woods and junglelike valleys. Pilgrims’ routes lead to revered sanctuaries, and goat tracks cross volcanic terrain."
- Gillian Price, author of Walking on the Amalfi Coast
Printed book
A guidebook with detailed route descriptions, stage breakdowns, accommodation listings, profiles and maps - everything you need on the trail.
ISBN
9781852848828
Availability
Published
Reprinted
12 Dec 2024
Published
8 Jun 2017
Edition
Second
Pages
192
Size
17.20 x 11.60 x 1.15cm
Weight
230g
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Map legend
Overview map
Introduction
Flowers and plants
Wildlife
Exploring and bases
Information
Getting there
Getting around
When to go
Accommodation
Culinary delights
What to take
Maps
Emergencies
Using this guide
Dos and don’ts
Ischia
Walk 1 Over Monte Epomeo
Walk 2 Bosco della Maddalena
Walk 3 Maronti to Sant’Angelo
Walk 4 Piano Liguori traverse
Capri
Walk 5 Sentiero dei Fortini
Walk 6 Over Monte Solaro
Walk 7 Villa Jovis loop
Walk 8 Arco Naturale–Faraglioni circuit
Sorrento
Walk 9 On Monte Sant’Angelo
Walk 10 Bagni della Regina Giovanna
Walk 11 Monte San Costanzo and Punta Campanella
Walk 12 Monte San Costanzo
Walk 13 Baia di Ieranto
Walk 14 Sant’Agata to Massa Lubrense
Walk 15 Marina di Crapolla
Walk 16 The Siren trail
Walk 17 Sant’Elia
Positano
Walk 18 Santa Maria Castello to Montepertuso
Walk 19 Montepertuso–Fornillo circuit
Walk 20 Sentiero degli Dei
Walk 21 Above Praiano
Walk 22 Grotte di Santa Barbara
Walk 23 Furore Fjord
Amalfi
Walk 24 Upper Valle delle Ferriere
Walk 25 Valle dei Mulini, Ferriere and Pontone
Walk 26 Torre dello Ziro
Walk 27 Ravello to Amalfi via Valle del Dragone
Walk 28 Ravello and Santa Caterina loop
Walk 29 Minori–Atrani–Amalfi
Walk 30 Minori and San Nicola
Walk 31 Santuario dell’Avvocata
Walk 32 Badia Santa Maria dell’Olearia
Appendix A Italian–English glossary
Appendix B Walk summary table
Appendix C Further inspiration
Seasons
all year round, though midsummer can get a bit hot. The spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October) months are probably the best. Winter can be wonderful - and quiet
Centres
Naples is the main city and airport, but key walking bases are Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi and the gorgeous islands of Capri and Ischia
Difficulty
all walkers catered for, from strollers to active trekkers; simple short routes on old mule tracks, but flat land is in short supply here and stepped pathways are the norm; walks are graded 1-3
Must See
the UNESCO World Heritage Amalfi Coast, with Ravello, Positano and Amalfi as well as Sorrento on the Gulf of Naples, the gorgeous island of Capri and neighbouring Ischia. Walks are both easy and challenging, Sentiero degli Dei, the Monti Lattari, Roman villas, hidden coves, lemon orchards, coastal ferry trips, divine Neapolitan cakes, medieval alleyways
April 2025
Walk 9
The cable car is not running due to the recent tragic accident.
Take a bus up to the walk start.
June 2023
Walk 15
Due to a path collapse on the way down after the Via Nula shrine turnoff, you need to take the Via Crapolla route both up and down.
In general the long-distance buses are often full to bursting, so use local buses where possible.
(Thanks to Barbara and Mark Hancock)
October 2022
Walk 24
Shortly before the descent to Pogerola begins, a small section of path has slipped away with a significant drop below. There is a diversion to avoid it, but this is not at all evident in the direction of the walk. Proceed with care.
(Thanks to Liz Johnson)
August 2022
Rockfall on Walk 25
Due to rockfalls, the central part of Valle dei Mulini is currently closed to walkers. But all is not lost. To access the upper part and Valle delle Ferriere, follow Walk 24 and the steps climbing as far as Pontone (or catch the bus from Amalfi) then turn L along the road which leads along to the Antica Ferriere. By all means explore here then either take the link path (p156) to the Upper Valle delle Ferriere walk or retrace your steps to Pontone and back down the steps to Amalfi.
(Thanks to Geert-Jan Verkade)
August 2022
Walk 23
As mentioned in the note on p140, the route is no longer completely doable, so be prepared to conclude at the Furore fjord - see p143 exit route to a bus stop.
Also, the Furore Inn hotel mentioned on p143 has closed, replaced by the Ristorante Italian Touch. (Thanks to David Phillips)
September 2018
Updates
Walk 20:
The Sentiero degli Dei has recently been repaired and re-opened and is now safe for walkers once again.
April 2018
Walk 20: Sentiero degli Dei: due to landslips the local council has officially closed the path to walkers until further notice.
Oct 2017
Walk 19: In the wake of summer forest fires above Positano walkers may encounter a sign 'enter at your own risk' as well as several charred logs along the way.
(Thanks to DJ Anderson)
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