Sentiero dei Monaci to the Camaldoli Hermitage

The Sentiero dei Monaci is an old monks' path that climbs from the Soccavo district of western Naples to the Camaldoli hill, the highest point inside the city of Naples in Campania, Italy. The destination is the Eremo dei Camaldoli on Via Eremo dei Camaldoli, with the hermitage sitting at about 450 m. The trail starts in Soccavo, reachable by taxi or local ANM bus (timetables at anm.it). A simpler option for those who only want the viewpoint is a bus reported to run as line 150 from Garibaldi station to its last stop, about 50 m from the hermitage entrance, which should be confirmed in the ANM app. Drivers can leave the Tangenziale at the Zona Ospedaliera exit and follow Via Eremo dei Camaldoli. The walk is about 5-6 km one way, with roughly 350 m of ascent, and takes 2-2.5 hours going up, placing it at the lower end of moderate. Surfaces change from farm tracks and lanes to dirt path and steps through woods, with mixed sun and shade. There is no technical or exposed terrain, but the gradient is sustained. Along the route the path passes terraced farmland and wooded slopes before reaching the hermitage area. The belvedere at the top is generally open daily until sunset and gives views over Vesuvius, the whole Bay of Naples, Capri, Ischia and Procida. Access to the hermitage itself is limited, and the convent can be called on +39 081 587 2519 or +39 081 587 5807 to confirm opening. The natural turn-around point is the belvedere, and the return can be made on foot or by bus. Reliable water sources and huts are not available along the trail, so visitors should carry water. Some refreshments may be found in the residential areas near the start, but nothing should be assumed on the climb. Because the route crosses urban edges, visitors should keep to marked paths and avoid walking after dark.