Cilento Coast
1 • Agropoli
Salerno marks our starting point as we embark on a southern journey towards Agropoli, a charming village and secure harbor that deserves attention. Known as The Gate of Cilento, Agropoli is a must-visit for sailors exploring the Cilento Coast. The medieval village, with its original and distinctive character, sits atop a small rocky promontory, around which the modern neighborhoods have evolved. An evening stroll through the historic center promises a delightful experience.
For those interested in onshore excursions, Agropoli serves as an ideal logistical base for exploring the archaeological wonders of Paestum and Velia. The town boasts a tourist port and numerous floating piers for mooring.
Should you choose to drop anchor, Agropoli provides shelter from the sirocco winds, and nearby bays like Baia Licina and Trentova offer picturesque safe havens.
1 • Agropoli
Salerno marks our starting point as we embark on a southern journey towards Agropoli, a charming village and secure harbor that deserves attention. Known as The Gate of Cilento, Agropoli is a must-visit for sailors exploring the Cilento Coast. The medieval village, with its original and distinctive character, sits atop a small rocky promontory, around which the modern neighborhoods have evolved. An evening stroll through the historic center promises a delightful experience.
For those interested in onshore excursions, Agropoli serves as an ideal logistical base for exploring the archaeological wonders of Paestum and Velia. The town boasts a tourist port and numerous floating piers for mooring.
Should you choose to drop anchor, Agropoli provides shelter from the sirocco winds, and nearby bays like Baia Licina and Trentova offer picturesque safe havens.
2 • Punta Licosa
Continuing our journey south, we navigate alongside the natural reserve of Punta Licosa, a paradisiacal corner with a lush pine forest extending to the sea. The entire land and water area, including the homonymous islet crowned by an evocative lighthouse, form a marine protected zone. A pleasant cruise leads to the Ogliastro inlet, an ideal spot for a refreshing swim in crystal-clear waters.
2 • Punta Licosa
Continuing our journey south, we navigate alongside the natural reserve of Punta Licosa, a paradisiacal corner with a lush pine forest extending to the sea. The entire land and water area, including the homonymous islet crowned by an evocative lighthouse, form a marine protected zone. A pleasant cruise leads to the Ogliastro inlet, an ideal spot for a refreshing swim in crystal-clear waters.
3 • Acciaroli
A few miles away lies Acciaroli, a welcoming fisherman village with a distinctive charm, rumored to have inspired Ernest Hemingway for his novel “The Old Man and the Sea”.
Despite evolving into a seaside tourist resort, Acciaroli retains its authentic urban appearance with stone houses and narrow streets. Architectural highlights include the 1100-built church dedicated to the Annunziata and the Normanna Tower from 1233. The well-equipped tourist port invites a stopover in Acciaroli.
3 • Acciaroli
A few miles away lies Acciaroli, a welcoming fisherman village with a distinctive charm, rumored to have inspired Ernest Hemingway for his novel “The Old Man and the Sea”.
Despite evolving into a seaside tourist resort, Acciaroli retains its authentic urban appearance with stone houses and narrow streets. Architectural highlights include the 1100-built church dedicated to the Annunziata and the Normanna Tower from 1233. The well-equipped tourist port invites a stopover in Acciaroli.
4 • Palinuro
The enchanting Cilentan Coast unfolds more captivating destinations as we sail south. Palinuro Cape reveals anchorage points of great allure along its southern side, featuring numerous coves and caves of pristine beauty leading to Coniglio Island. This island marks the boundary of Buondormire cove, renowned for its limpid waters and romantic beach.
4 • Palinuro
The enchanting Cilentan Coast unfolds more captivating destinations as we sail south. Palinuro Cape reveals anchorage points of great allure along its southern side, featuring numerous coves and caves of pristine beauty leading to Coniglio Island. This island marks the boundary of Buondormire cove, renowned for its limpid waters and romantic beach.
5 • Camerota
Further south, near Arco Naturale, anchoring in one of the many bays surrounded by vibrant nature and shallow sandy seabeds is recommended. Not far from Capo Palinuro, amidst centuries-old olive trees, stands Marina di Camerota, a charming village and a prominent summer tourism destination. The coastline around Marina di Camerota showcases beautiful light sand beaches, enhancing the colors of the seabed. Wild inlets and calanques abound, with Baia Infreschi standing out as a magnificent calanque, bordered by small clear-bottomed beaches and rocky points, making it one of the most beautiful anchorages along the coast.
By strategically planning stages during the round-trip navigation, one can easily explore the most captivating aspects of the Cilento Coast, tracing the maritime routes once sailed by Ulysses.
5 • Camerota
Further south, near Arco Naturale, anchoring in one of the many bays surrounded by vibrant nature and shallow sandy seabeds is recommended. Not far from Capo Palinuro, amidst centuries-old olive trees, stands Marina di Camerota, a charming village and a prominent summer tourism destination. The coastline around Marina di Camerota showcases beautiful light sand beaches, enhancing the colors of the seabed. Wild inlets and calanques abound, with Baia Infreschi standing out as a magnificent calanque, bordered by small clear-bottomed beaches and rocky points, making it one of the most beautiful anchorages along the coast.
By strategically planning stages during the round-trip navigation, one can easily explore the most captivating aspects of the Cilento Coast, tracing the maritime routes once sailed by Ulysses.