The Path of the Gods, Amalfi Coast

The Sentiero degli Dei links the tiny hilltop town of Agerola with Nocelle, a fraction of Positano nestled on the slopes of Monte Peruso. The name of the footpath, The Path of the Gods, is an indication of the spectacular scenery enroute. Ideally, walkers should walk from Agerola to Nocelle, and not vice-versa. The route runs gently downhill from this direction, with magnificent views of the Amalfi Coast and the island of Capri. The Path of the Gods begins in Bomerano, a fraction of Agerola. Walkers can reach Agerola by one of the Sita buses which depart from Amalfi. Ask the driver to let you off at the Bomerano stop. From here, follow the road signs which will lead you to the trailhead.The trail ends in Nocelle, the upper part of Positano. You can reach the center of Positano by taking the 1.500 steps about 500 down on foot. Otherwise, there is a bus route. From Positano, there are buses and ferries to return to Sorrento and Amalfi. The route is marked by white and red signs with 02 written on them. From Colle Serra, walkers make their way downhill until reaching a fountain. To the left of the fountain there is a former mule path which begins in Praiano. The Sentiero degli Dei continues along the road to the right. Below, along the road used by hikers who start off the trail from Praiano, the Convent of San Domenico can be seen. The path becomes more difficult as it passes through the Vallone Grarelle via a series of ascents and descents and breathtaking panoramas until reaching Nocelle, a fraction of Positano. In ancient times, Nocelle could only be reached on foot by way of a steep flight of steps beginning in Positano. Today, walkers can decide whether to make their way downhill by bus or on foot via the 1500 steps which lead to the district of Arienzo. In the summer, it is well worth descending a further 300 steps to the Arienzo beach, where you can enjoy a refreshing swim in the sea. From Arienzo, following the SS163 for about 1 kilometer, walkers soon reach the center of Positano.

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano

Italy, Campania, Sorrento Coast – Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). Trekking between Bomerano di Agerola and Nocelle, above Positano