Amalfi Coast walking route: Positano to Ravello, 17 stops

Explore the 50-kilometer Amalfi Coast in Campania, Italy, visiting iconic destinations including Positano, Ravello, Amalfi, and Praiano. The route covers major attractions like Villa Rufolo, the Amalfi Cathedral, the Path of the Gods hiking trail, and the Emerald Grotto, offering a comprehensive tour of the coastline's most significant cultural and natural sites.

Distance
87.8 km
Mode
route
Start
Explore Positano
End
Church of San Gennaro
Stops
17
Video author
travmap
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Stops on this route

  1. Explore Positano — A picturesque clifftop village famous for pastel-colored houses cascading toward pebble beaches and Mediterranean waters, offering upscale shopping and dining.
  2. Discover Ravello
  3. Relax in Praiano — A quieter coastal hamlet with Marina Grande beach, traditional fishing boats, and waterfront restaurants serving fresh seafood amid dramatic limestone cliffs.
  4. Bomerano, Italia — A renowned trekking trail connecting Praiano and Positano, traversing terraced lemon groves and offering spectacular Mediterranean vistas from clifftop heights.
  5. Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei) — Famous hiking trail starting in Bomerano and ending in Nocelle, offering breathtaking coastal views.
  6. The Emerald Grotto (Grotta dello Smeraldo) — A sea cave illuminated by ethereal green light reflecting through underwater openings, accessible by boat from Amalfi and creating an enchanting natural phenomenon.
  7. Explore Cetara — A working fishing village renowned for colatura di alici (anchovy essence), authentic local cuisine, and a quieter alternative to crowded coastal towns.
  8. Discover the Furore Fjord (the famous bridge)
  9. Visit the Paper Museum — Located in Amalfi, this museum preserves the region's medieval papermaking heritage through restored mills and traditional handcrafted paper demonstrations.
  10. Le Sirenuse Positano
  11. Santa Caterina Hotel Amalfi — An elegant five-star hotel built into cliffsides with private beach access, lemon groves, and Mediterranean architecture reflecting Amalfi's coastal elegance.
  12. Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel & Spa — A converted 17th-century monastery in Conca dei Marini featuring cliffside location, spa facilities, and historic architecture within serene coastal surroundings.
  13. Amalfi Cathedral — Iconic landmark and most historic attraction in Amalfi.
  14. Villa Rufolo — Historic villa with terraced gardens overlooking the sea.
  15. Villa Cimbrone – Terrace of Infinity — Historic villa known for its panoramic terrace (Terrace of Infinity) offering one of the most breathtaking views on the coast.
  16. Marina di Praia Beach — Beautiful beach nestled between cliffs.
  17. Church of San Gennaro — Church known for its beautiful tiled floor and panoramic terrace.

Useful for your trip

Transport
Naples airport is the nearest airport with many international flights from European cities. From Naples, take a train, bus, or private transfer to reach the Amalfi Coast, which is about 40 kilometers away.
Tip
Hike the Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei) from Bomerano to Nocelle for spectacular coastal views. It's moderately challenging, so wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water.
Tip
Visit the Emerald Grotto by boat or take an elevator down from the coastal road to see the cave's beautiful green light caused by sunlight filtering through an underwater opening.
Food
Try Amalfi lemon sorbet in the town of Amalfi, and visit Cetara to dine at local seafood restaurants and try anchovy pasta, a local specialty.
Where to stay
Le Sirenuse in Positano is a family-owned luxury hotel with a Michelin-starred restaurant (La Sponda), outdoor pool, spa, and offers boat excursions and cooking classes.
Where to stay
Santa Caterina Hotel outside Amalfi features cliffside location, heated seawater pool, private beach club, and two restaurants serving fresh local cuisine with sea views.
Where to stay
Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel & Spa in Conca dei Marini is a converted 17th-century monastery with individually decorated rooms combining historic charm and modern comforts.
Tip
Visit the Paper Museum (Museo della Carta) in a 13th-century paper mill to learn traditional paper-making techniques and attend workshops to make your own paper.
Tip
Explore Villa Rufolo in Ravello with terraced gardens overlooking the sea, especially beautiful in spring and summer when in full bloom.
Tip
Visit Villa Cimbrone in Ravello to experience the Terrace of Infinity, which offers one of the most breathtaking views on the Amalfi Coast.
Tip
The Furore Fjord can be reached by descending a steep staircase from the coastal road or by boat. It features a tiny beach, crystal-clear waters, and colorful houses built into cliffs.
Tip
Take a boat tour of the Amalfi Coast to see the stunning coastline from a different perspective, visit hidden coves, swim in crystal-clear waters, and stop at coastal towns.

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