A coastal ridge walk on the tip of the Sorrento peninsula offering direct views of Capri, Ieranto Bay and the Amalfi coastline. The Punta Campanella route can be done as an out-and-back to the lighthouse or as a longer ring via Monte San Costanzo.
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You crest a low scrubby ridge and the island of Capri opens like a page across the water — the lighthouse of Punta Campanella a pale punctuation between sea and sky. Mediterranean maquis scents the air; gulls quarter the thermals and the basalt headland seems to lean toward Capri as if daring you to come closer.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness; able to handle several hundred meters of ascent and uneven terrain.
Wildlife
History
Punta Campanella has been a maritime waypoint since antiquity; its lighthouse and coastal terraces reflect centuries of seafaring and small-scale agriculture on the Sorrento peninsula.
Conservation
The area falls within the Area Marina Protetta Punta Campanella: stay on marked routes, avoid collecting marine life, and pack out all waste to protect coastal and underwater habitats.
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Start early in summer
Begin before 9am to avoid midday heat and get softer light on Capri for photos.
Bring 1–2 liters of water
There is no reliable water on the trail; hydrate before and carry enough to replace electrolytes.
Sturdy, grippy footwear
Trails include short rocky scrambles and loose sections—trail shoes or light boots improve footing.
Respect protected areas
Stick to marked paths and avoid entering marine reserve coves to protect nesting birds and sea life.
Trail shoes or light hiking boots
Provide traction on rocky, uneven coastal paths.
1–2 L water and electrolyte mix
Prevents dehydration on exposed sections, especially in summer heat.
summer
Trekking poles
Helpful on descents and loose rocky sections for stability.
Light waterproof jacket
Coastal weather shifts quickly; a packable shell protects against wind and drizzle.
spring