Mont Vesuvius

“The mountain of good wine and lush forests full of wild boar”. This was Vesuvius for the inhabitants of Pompeii, Herculaneum, Stabia and Oplontis… at least until the tragic 24August of 79AD.

Vesuvius is still an active volcano. Its summit offers a breathtaking panorama that spans from the Gulf of Naples, to the islands of Capri and Ischia, to the mountains of Abruzzo. It is possible to reach the first 1000 metres by bus and then proceed on foot until you arrive at the crater.

This fascinating volcano which falls within the complex of the Vesuvius park consists of numerous trails of diverse intensity. One of the most famous trials is that which rises from the Castle Medici Ottaviano, the entrance to which is allowed only to pedestrians and bicycles. This trial is located within a woody slope and leads to the view of the Valle dell’Inferno (Valley of Hell) .

There are a total of 15 trails of the park (of which 9 have been safely secured), which permits also inexperienced walkers to make use of the trials and enjoy the profound beauty of the landscape of Vesuvius. All the trials have appropriate signage and offer both natural and historical information.

To reach Vesuvius, take the Circumvesuviana train from the Sorrento train station (our bus drop off point) and descend at the Herculaneum train station. From here, a bus will take you until 1000meters, at which time you may proceed the remaining 281 meters on foot.