The Sorrento Coast stretches about 50 km along the coast between Sorrento and Salerno, offering breathtaking views, sandy beaches and hidden coves.
The starting point for exploring the Sorrento Coast is Sorrento, a town full of charm with its narrow streets, local craft shops and picturesque squares. The city overlooks a promontory that offers a panoramic view of the Bay of Naples and Vesuvius. Sorrento is also famous for its limoncello, a liqueur made from lemons that can be tasted in many places in the city.
Continuing along the coast, one arrives at Positano, one of the most famous towns on the Sorrento Coast. Positano is known for its colourful houses climbing the hillside overlooking the sea and for its pebble and sandy beaches. Here you can take a stroll along the main promenade, admiring the shop windows of local fashion and craft shops. A must-see is the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, with its Byzantine mosaic of the Black Madonna.
Continuing towards Amalfi, one encounters other picturesque towns such as Praiano and Furore, which also offer spectacular views of the coast. Amalfi, the town that gives the coast its name, is another popular destination, known for its Romanesque-Arabic cathedral, with its imposing staircase and bell tower dominating the square. Here you can buy handicraft products such as Amalfitan paper, which is still produced in the traditional way.
Not far from Amalfi is Ravello, a hidden jewel of the Sorrento Coast. Situated on a hilltop 350 metres above sea level, Ravello offers spectacular views of the coast and surrounding mountains. The town is famous for its gardens, including the Giardino di Villa Rufolo, a green oasis with fountains, terraces and an incredible panorama.
For those seeking a relaxing holiday, the Sorrento Coast offers numerous beaches and coves, some of which can only be reached by sea. Among the most beautiful beaches are the Marina Grande beach in Sorrento, the Positano beach, the Fornillo beach in Praiano and the Duoglio beach in Maiori. Sea lovers can also take a boat trip along the coast, admiring caves and hidden coves.
Finally, for those who love nature and hiking, the Sorrento Coast offers numerous opportunities: one of the most famous paths is the Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods), which winds along the coast through hills and cliffs, offering breathtaking views of the sea and surrounding islands.
