Positano or Amalfi for beaches Positano is the winner here. True, it is much harder to get to the beach. You need to walk down the entire town to get to it, but you will have amazing views the all way through. Moreover, the main beach is wide and long, besides being a sandy one […]
What food is the Amalfi Coast known for?
The Amalfi Coast boasts some of the world’s finest fish cuisine. Shrimps, redfish, pezzogne, bream, sea urchins, octopus, blue fish, molluscs, are the protagonists of unforgettable recipes such as “scialatielli ai frutti di mare”, a dish made with sea food and the fresh pasta typical of the Amalfi Coast. What is Amalfi town known for? […]
Is it worth driving in the Amalfi Coast?
Amalfitana: Italy’s most beautiful road Driving the Amalfi Coast is truly spectacular: For fifty kilometers there is almost not one straight stretch! It’s a challenging drive, but absolutely worth it! Should you drive in Amalfi Coast? Hugging the steep cliffs and overlooking indescribably beautiful views over the twinkling turquoise Tyrrhenian Sea, the Amalfi Drive is […]
Should I stay Sorrento or Amalfi?
Our verdict: The Sorrento Coast is the perfect place for a less overcrowded experience of the Italian South. You’ll experience small villages all by yourself and can watch the sunset from the balcony of your hotel (that probably also costs you less then the hotels at the Amalfi Coast). Is Sorrento worth staying in? While […]
How long is the Amalfi coast walk?
Most people choose to drive the Amalfi coast, swerving around the 1,000 hairpin bends in small Fiats or on rattling Vespas, but walking the 40km coastline takes you beyond the celebrated spots and, with cooler temperatures and fewer crowds, autumn is the time to do it. Is the Amalfi Coast walkable? Why travel with us? […]
Does it snow in Amalfi Coast?
The answer is yes it absolutely does snow on the Amalfi Coast! However, it is a rare occurrence, and usually only happens about once every winter. This January has been an exception. We’ve had several snowy days that have caused a bit of havoc in the higher towns on the coastline like Agerola, Furore and […]
Is the water warm in the Amalfi Coast?
Average annual water temperature on the coast in Amalfi is 66°F, by the seasons: in winter 59°F, in spring 61°F, in summer 76°F, in autumn 70°F. What is the sea temperature in Amalfi? Water temperature in Amalfi today is 19.7°C. The swimming season in Amalfi lasts from June to November. Is the sea water warm […]
How old is Amalfi?
The first document tracing the origin of Amalfi, dating from 596, is a letter written by Pope Gregory I when the town was a defensive point for the Byzantine Duchy of Naples. Taking advantage of a period of unrest in the region, Amalfi declared itself a Republic in 839. When was Amalfi built? The town […]
How hot is the Amalfi Coast in April?
Amalfi Coast Region Climate Guide Destination Jan Apr Capri 12°C 85mm 17°C 53mm Sorrento 12°C 85mm 17°C 53mm The Amalfi Coast 10°C 86mm 16°C 57mm Is April a good time to visit the Amalfi Coast? The Best Time of Year to Visit the Amalfi Coast But given the choice, without a doubt the best time […]
Is Sorrento part of Amalfi Coast?
Re: is sorrento part of amalfi coast? Although Sorrento is not part of the Amalfi Coast, it is a good base for exploring the area because of its good transport links. There are trains to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Naples; ferries to Capri; and buses (or, in season ferries) along the Amalfi Coast. What is considered […]
Where is the best base for Amalfi Coast?
Here are the best towns on the Amalfi Coast broken down by interest: Sorrento – Best Place on the Amalfi Coast for the First Time. Salerno – For those visiting the Amalfi Coast on a Budget. Positano – Best Nightlife on the Amalfi Coast. Praiano – Trendiest Place to Stay on the Amalfi Coast. What […]
What is the most beautiful part of the Amalfi Coast?
From famous towns to small, off-the-beaten-path villages, these are the most beautiful places on the Amalfi Coast. Atrani. Squeezed between two sheer cliffs overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, Atrani is one of the coastline’s smallest and most enchanting villages. Amalfi. Positano. Nerano. Ravello. Sorrento. Minori. Maiori. Which is the prettiest town on Amalfi Coast? 5 Best […]
What towns are along the Amalfi Coast?
13 Seaside Towns on The Amalfi Coast Vietri sul Mare. Cetara. Maiori. Tramonti. Minori. Ravello. Scala. Atrani. What is the prettiest town on the Amalfi Coast? The Most Beautiful Towns & Best Villages on the Amalfi Coast Sorrento. Minori. Vietri sul Mare. Maoiri. Furore. Conca dei Marini. Praiano. Agerola. Also known as “the small Switzerland” […]
Are there nice beaches in Amalfi Coast?
The Amalfi Coast is only 40 kilometers from Positano on the west to Vietri sul Mare on the east. You’ll find few sand beaches; most are composed of small sea-worn pebbles, which make a rented lounge chair (lettino) more attractive than stretching out on a towel at the free beaches. Is there a beach in […]
Which fruit is famous along the Amalfi Coast?
Lemons. Lemons from the Amalfi coast have been cultivated in the province of Salerno for centuries, growing in terraced groves which are stretched up the hillsides of every village in the area, spreading the intoxicating fragrance of citrus blossoms and dotting the beautiful Amalfi landscapes with green and yellow. What fruit is the Amalfi Coast […]