Is the Path of the Gods Worth It? (2026)

A cliff-edge hike 600 meters above the Amalfi Coast. 3 hours, moderate difficulty, and views that redefine "panoramic."

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The hike

Route: Bomerano (Agerola) to Nocelle, ~7.5km, 3-4 hours, one direction. Mostly downhill or flat. Moderate difficulty โ€” if you can walk for 3 hours on uneven terrain, you can do this. No technical climbing.

The views: The entire Amalfi Coast unfolds below you. Positano's colored houses. Capri floating on the horizon. Li Galli islands. The Mediterranean stretching to infinity. Several sections are carved into cliff faces with 300-meter drops to the sea. It's dramatic without being dangerous (the path is well-maintained).

Logistics

Bus from Amalfi to Bomerano (start point). Hike to Nocelle. 1,700 stairs down to Positano (or bus from Nocelle). Bring: 1.5L water, hat, sunscreen, snacks, hiking shoes (or sturdy sneakers โ€” no flip-flops). Best months: April-June, September-October. Summer is brutally hot with no shade.

โš ๏ธ Don't hike in flip-flops. Every year, tourists attempt this in sandals. The path has loose gravel, uneven rocks, and steep sections. Proper shoes are non-negotiable.

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