Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei)

The Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei) is a high-level walking trail on the Amalfi Coast in the Campania region of Italy, starting about 25 km east of Sorrento by road. The usual direction runs from Bomerano, in Agerola, at Piazza Paolo Capasso, to Nocelle above Positano, a trail of about 6.5 km. The full day takes about 2 hours to reach Bomerano, a 3-4 hour walk, and about 1 hour back to Sorrento, and the descent of about 1,500 steps to Positano makes this a hard day. The recommended transport is a ferry from Marina Piccola in Sorrento to Amalfi (about 60 minutes, EUR 20-26) and then a SITA Sud bus from Amalfi to Bomerano, which takes about 35-45 minutes. Hikers then walk the trail to Nocelle, where there are food and drink stops, and finish with the steps down to Positano. The return to Sorrento is by SITA Sud bus (about 50 minutes, about EUR 2.40) or by ferry. The reverse direction, taking the SITA Sud bus from Sorrento to Positano and then the Nocelle bus up before hiking to Bomerano, is possible but uphill, since the common Bomerano to Nocelle direction is mostly downhill. The trail follows the cliffs above the sea, with views of Capri and the Li Galli islands. The suggested arc is an early start so that the walking is done before the midday heat, with a stop at Nocelle for lunch before the steps. Walking is free, and the transport loop costs about EUR 25-35. The best months are April-June and September-October. Grippy shoes, plenty of water and sun protection are essential, and the midday heat should be avoided. A taxi or private driver to Bomerano is a faster alternative if the Amalfi transfer is not wanted, at a price agreed in advance. Food and water are limited along the path, so supplies should be carried.