Hidden gems of Massa Lubrense
Massa Lubrense is an area full of surprises, places and activities for all tastes. There are certainly places that are always on the agenda in the stops of tourists, but now we want to show you some of the hidden gems of Massa Lubrense, for those who are not satisfied with the most famous beauties and are looking for an original idea.
Mount San Costanzo
Monte San Costanzo is an area not very frequented by tourists and we recommend it for its charm. Here you can admire both the gulf of Naples and the gulf of Salerno, plus the island of Capri. There is also a staircase that leads to the church of San Costanzo, where you will be amazed by the view and the landscape. We recommend you go there at sunset, the effect will be so beautiful that you will believe you are in paradise!
Chapel of Saint Peter in Crapolla
Before arriving to the famous Crapolla Cove, there is a staircase of 700 steps, numbered with painted ceramic tiles. Almost at the end of this staircase is the Chapel of San Pietro, built on the ruins of the ancient Abbey of San Pietro. On 29 June each year, on the feast of Saint Peter, a large number of faithful go there on pilgrimage. It is worth making this itinerary because it offers a wonderful view of the islets Li Galli, Isca and Vetara, the coast of Praiano and the profile of Punta Penna.
Viewpoint Deserto in Sant’Agata
Among the hidden gems of Massa Lubrense, we also propose a place located between the Gulf of Naples and the gulf of Salerno. Perhaps many people know Sant’Agata sui Due Golfi, but few know that there is a viewpoint on the roof of the Monastery of San Paolo al Deserto that offers a breathtaking view of the gulfs of Naples and Salerno. Many travelers have praised the beauty of the Desert Hill, among the many Friedrich Nietzsche.
Mitigliano cave
For lovers of scuba diving, we recommend this particular cave, called “della Corvina”, a few steps from Cala di Mitigliano. Resting on a backdrop of 15 m, with a diameter of about 6 m, it is a refuge for small lobsters and ravens that enchant visitors with their movements. The cave consists of three rooms, but the peculiarity of fauna is present in the third, where we can find specimens of Brotula.
The Saracen towers
This stretch of coast was subject to raids by Saracen pirates between the ninth and sixteenth centuries. This situation has left a trace still visible today: Massa Lubrense is rich in defense and sighting towers; some are nothing but ruins, while others have been adapted to the most disparate uses. An example of this is the “Torrione”, a structure built to defend the former Jesuit college, and the tower-houses, erected mainly by private individuals.
The farms La Masseria and Il Turuziello
To conclude this brief list of hidden gems of Massa Lubrense, we suggest two farms very well known in the area: La Masseria and Il Turuziello. In addition their typical products (Provolone del Monaco DOP, limoncello, oranges, olive oil, etc.), they offer visitors food and wine tours, with delicious tastings included.
