Marina di Camerota

Marina di Camerota: pristine beaches, unspoiled nature and myth.
Marina di Camerota hosts the most beautiful sea in Campania and Italy, numerous unspoiled and wild beaches, natural sea caves, numerous hiking paths through the Mediterranean shrubland, and ancient culinary traditions.

Considering the size and distribution of the town, in order to make an appropriate choice of where to stay in Marina di Camerota, it is important to consider several factors, including your budget, the means of transportation by which you reach the town, and the type of vacation you want to take.

Therefore, here are the best areas to stay in Marina di Camerota:

• In the upper part of the municipality of Camerota: staying a few kilometers away from Marina di Camerota will offer you the opportunity to enjoy a magnificent panorama, be surrounded by Mediterranean shrubland, far from the hustle and bustle of numerous tourists, and be immersed in the atmosphere of a true medieval village.

• Center of Marina di Camerota: comfortable area for walking to the main beaches of Marina di Camerota and for boat trips.

Natural beauty, beaches, hiking paths and unique biodiversity make Marina di Camerota a regular destination for those who decide to spend their vacation in Cilento.
The history of Camerota has very ancient roots; in fact, several artifacts have been found dating back to the Paleolithic period, and then traces of the past can be found thanks to the twelve coastal towers, the Camerota Castle and the Monastery of St. Iconio.

The municipality of Camerota, is divided into two hamlets, upper town and coastal hamlet, the latter being much better known and busier. The town was originally founded on the upper part of the hill, whose name derives from the Greek kamarotos. According to legend, the coachman Palinurus who was at the head of Aeneas' fleet, fell madly in love with the nymph Kamaraton, who, however, rejected him. Because of her act, the nymph was punished by Aphrodite, who transformed her into the hill on which Camerota stands today.
Therefore Camerota, is not only the coastal area, but also the ancient medieval village, located on the hill, the site of one of the Norman towers that can still be found in Cilento, from which there is a fantastic panoramic view.

Among the things to see in Marina di Camerota are first and foremost its beaches, which still boast of being unspoiled, wild, rich in Mediterranean vegetation and often surrounded by natural caves. Let's find out which are the main ones:

• Spiaggia del Mingardo: among the longest beaches in Cilento, starts at the mouth of the river of the same name, features grainy sand and hosts the famous Cyclops Cave or Polyphemus Cave.

• Cala d'Arconte: among the most striking in Cilento, characterized by golden sand and surrounded by vegetation. The seabed here is high, and it is ideal for those who want to swim.

• Lentischelle: beach within walking distance of the town center and home to the beginning of the Infreschi trail

• Calabianca: multi-awarded beach by Legambiente as Italy's most beautiful beach, nestled between two rocky areas and characterized by small white pebbles. Reachable only via the Infreschi trail or by boat.

• Baia degli Infreschi: beach that has also won multiple awards from Legambiente as Italy's most beautiful beach, accessible only via the Infreschi trail or by boat. The beach is part of the Cala degli Infreschi nature reserve.

Other things to see in Marina di Camerota definitely include the numerous sea caves of karst origin and nature trails. Some of the best-known caves, which can be visited on one of the many boat trips we find the Lovers' Cave, the Pozzallo Cave, and the Cove Cave.