What to see on the Amalfi Coast? Useful information for sea lovers
Among the many choices you have to make once you reach your destination, the one about beaches is included. In Amalfi, located in the center of the coast, there is the Marina Grande Beach, one of the largest and most beautiful beaches in this corner of paradise, frequented especially by those who love to show off. From the port, it is possible to reach Sorrento, Capri, Salerno, and Positano, thanks to boats that depart every 30 minutes or so.
The Duoglio beach is more suitable for athletes, because to reach it there is a descent and an ascent of about 400 steps. The Atrani beach, on the other hand, is suitable for families and their children, easy to reach and without challenging roads. The Castiglione beach, a little distance from Ravello, is accessible by descending a staircase of about 200 steps.
Positano is one of the most beloved places on the Coast, not only by families, but also by young people who love to have fun. In Positano, there is the Marina Grande beach, suitable for everyone, offering all kinds of comforts including discos and restaurants. Moreover, it is possible to reach the other beaches in the area, either by land or by sea, using small boats. The two closest beaches are Fornillo, frequented mostly by young people, and the Laurito beach, small but welcoming. The Arienzo beach is famous because here the sun sets later, so it is suitable for late evening aperitifs. The beaches of Vietri sul Mare stand out from the others because they are sandy, and these are the only ones easily accessible both by car and by train. Like Arienzo beach, it is also warmed by the sun until late.
Finally, in Furore (a small town famous for the famous fjord), there is a small beach ideal for those who get up late in the morning and go down to the beach at lunchtime, as it is illuminated by the sun only in the afternoon.
What to eat? Ideas to bring beautiful souvenirs
Returning from a holiday on the Amalfi Coast, you might think about buying a little gift for your acquaintances, to bring them a piece of the wonderful places you were lucky enough to visit: the choice is vast, you just have to think about what might be most appreciated. Some say you can never go wrong with good food, so perhaps giving a treat to enjoy could be a good idea.
There are plenty of ideas, for example you could buy a good Amalfi limoncello, made with local lemons, with an unmistakable taste, or a bottle of good olive oil. Also not to be underestimated is the anchovy sauce from Cetara and various typical and artisanal jams. If you prefer sweets, you cannot miss babà and sfogliatelle, or perhaps opt for some more unusual flavors like pear and ricotta cake or chocolate and mandarins.
In Positano you can find some of the best local products, and you might then go for a wine tasting to buy some bottles, perhaps accompanying them with typical dairy products, such as smoked provola, ricotta, and fiordilatte mozzarella, or even pasta.
If you are lovers of particular objects typical of the places you visit, you will surely appreciate the local ceramics, especially those from Vietri sul Mare, with bright colors and stylized designs. You can find them in almost all the workshops along the coast, but especially in Vietri sul Mare, their birthplace.
In Amalfi, instead, the production of handmade paper stands out, with colorful and unique prints. Another idea could be to gift local clothing products, for example linen dresses and shirts, or even custom-made sandals. To take home such products you do not necessarily have to spend a fortune; in the streets of the coastal towns, especially in Amalfi and Positano, you can find many linen dresses or sandals for little money. If your budget is higher, you could opt for a swimsuit.
Souvenirs can be easily found in the streets of the town, full of small shops: don’t forget to also bring some photos or postcards, to show the beauties of these wonderful places.
Are you ready to leave for your splendid holiday? We hope this information has been helpful.
