A very suggestive name: the Path of the Gods is definitely one of the most fascinating nature trips in the world: a narrow strip of land suspended between sky and sea, with a view that embraces the whole of the Amalfi Coast, Cilento and Capri.
The tour departs from the little town of Bomerano, fraction of Agerola and arrives in Nocelle, another little town about 500 meters above sea level.
For those leaving from Sorrento we recommend an alternate way that starts from Praiano, a town easily accessible by bus.
The tour departs from the little town of Bomerano, fraction of Agerola and arrives in Nocelle, another little town about 500 meters above sea level.
For those leaving from Sorrento we recommend an alternate way that starts from Praiano, a town easily accessible by bus.
From Praiano through the pass of Colle Serra it's possible to reach the San Domenico's monastery, situated in a lovely position approximately 400 meters above sea level, where you can visit the Church of S. Maria Castro of the XI century and the Dominican convent dating from the sixteenth century.
After about forty minutes of walking in the forest vegetation will be possible to reach the most amazing path overlooking the sea. From here the vegetation changes and meets the Mediterranean scrub, oak forests and wilderness areas those are crossed with caves and deep coves.
It is not unusual to see flocks of sheep on the road and goats.
Following a very tortuous path, full of ups and downs, we pass the impressive Vallone Gradelle and reach the hamlet of Nocelle (440m), the small village where time has stood still.
Here you can decide to go down with a small bus to Positano or continue by stairway. there are about 1500 steps to Arienzo, on Amalfi Coast.
Time: 1 hour 30
Difficulty: Easy
