Punta Campanella is the place where the Sorrento Peninsula meets the Amalfi Coast, offering a wonderful view of Capri. It is the ideal spot for hiking enthusiasts.

Punta Campanella is the place where the Sorrento Peninsula meets the Amalfi Coast, and it has always been a land rich in history and legends. According to Homer's Odyssey, this is where Odysseus encountered the enchanting sirens. Later, the Greeks built a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena on this stretch of land, which was later converted by the Romans and dedicated to the goddess Minerva.

In 1334, the Angevins commissioned a square-based tower on the cliff’s edge, which had a strategic lookout position to spot Saracen raids coming from the sea.
At the top of the tower, a bell was placed that rang in case of alarm to alert other towers along the coast. This is where the name Punta Campanella comes from.

Today, you can still see the Saracen tower and a steep staircase that leads down to the cliffs, connecting to caves and crevices at sea level, where ships laden with gifts for the goddess Minerva used to dock.

Punta Campanella is the ideal place for trekking activities. The beautiful trail that crosses it winds its way up to the top of the promontory and passes through numerous olive groves and open countryside where you can see the entire biodiversity of the Campania region.
The trail is quite easy and flat, running alongside the sea on one side and small gardens and olive groves on the other.
Starting from the "Termini" district of Massa Lubrense, continue following the signs until you reach a fork; here, the uphill road will lead you along the ridge of Monte San Costanzo, while the other downhill path takes you to the plateau of Punta Campanella, where you can see the Saracen tower and the remains of the sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Minerva.

The Punta Campanella Trail in Brief: 

• Starting location: Termini (district of Massa Lubrense)

• Ending location: Termini

• Duration: 2 hours (round trip)

• Distance: 4 km

• Difficulty level: easy

Tips: Make sure to wear comfortable hiking shoes, bring water, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Amalfi Coast as you trek towards Punta Campanella!

The Marine Protected Area of Punta Campanella, recognized in 1997 by the Ministry of the Environment, encompasses the coastline of the cities of Sorrento, Sant'Agnello, Positano, Massa Lubrense, and Vico Equense. This area, known for its stunning underwater landscapes, offers nature lovers unforgettable experiences.

The Punta Campanella Marine Protected Area is divided into three zones:

• A: integral reserve

• B: general reserve

• C: partial reserve

In Zone A, which includes the Vervece and Vetara rocks, navigation, swimming, and fishing are prohibited.

In Zone B, access is allowed, with prior authorization from the management authority, for motorboats for guided group tours, and regulated professional fishing authorized by the managing body; however, diving fishing and free anchoring are prohibited.

In Zone C, access for low-speed motorboats is allowed only to reach designated moorings, while free anchoring is prohibited. Professional fishing with equipment that does not damage the seabed may also be authorized by the management body, along with swimming and underwater diving compatible with the protection of the seabed. Notably, excursions to discover countless underwater caves, including the Cala Mitigliano cave, are particularly fascinating.