Sentiero degli Dei: Private Path of the Gods Hike from Positano to Nocelle
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–5 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness: able to manage sustained uphill/downhill walking on uneven terrain and stair descents.
Overview
Walk the Sentiero degli Dei with a local guide and trade postcard views for up-close stories of cliffs, terraces, and lemon groves. This private tour from Positano to Nocelle blends natural drama with local history and practical logistics.
Sentiero degli Dei: Private Path of the Gods Hike from Positano to Nocelle
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The first steps are always an agreement with the sea. From Positano’s main square, the town’s pastel houses hang above the water like a pageant of stacked postcards, and the walk begins with that view cutting into your field of vision. The Path of the Gods—Sentiero degli Dei—lifts you up onto limestone ledges where the Mediterranean opens into a horizon of blue. On Alessandro’s private tour, the trail becomes a local story in motion: olive terraces, lemon groves, and cliffs that test your balance and reward your attention.
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Adventure Tips
Start before 9 AM
Temperatures and crowds spike after mid-morning—an early start gives cooler conditions and better light for photos.
Bring 1.5–2L water
There are no reliable water stations on the trail; hydrate before you go and pack enough for the hike.
Wear shoes with grip
Rocky, sometimes loose terrain makes trail-running shoes or light hiking boots a safer choice.
Plan your descent
Decide whether you’ll take the hourly bus from Nocelle or descend 1,800 steps to Positano—both require different energy budgets.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Wall lizards basking on limestone slabs
- Mediterranean gulls and occasional peregrine sightings along cliffs
History
The Sentiero degli Dei follows ancient mule tracks and local routes that linked mountain hamlets to coastal ports; many terraces still reflect centuries of small-scale farming.
Conservation
Trail use is popular—stay on marked paths to avoid erosion and respect private terraces; local guides help reduce impact by concentrating groups and sharing Leave No Trace practices.
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Adventure Hotspots in Positano
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Grip and ankle support on rocky, uneven trail sections.
1.5–2L water bladder or bottles
Keeps you hydrated on exposed stretches with no refill points.
summer specific
Sun protection (hat + SPF)
Strong Mediterranean sun on exposed ridges can be intense even on breezy days.
summer specific
Light windshell or layers
Weather can change quickly above the coast—bring a thin layer for wind or cooler mornings.
spring specific