MASSA LUBRENSE

Traces of the past, incomparable natural scenery, gastronomy and tradition. One of the most popular destinations on the Sorrento Peninsula.
It is the trip of the Sorrento Peninsula, a short of wonderful triangle that brings together the most beautiful coastlines in the world and the island of Capri… and its beautiful places.
A visit of Massa Lubrense resembles a long excursion between nature, art and sea.

It is worth seeing: the pictresque majolica in the Conservatory of the Rosary in Monticchio, the cathedral of Santa Maria delle Grazie, the inlaid altar in the Church of Sant’Agata sui due Golfi, the views from the Monastery of San Paolo al Deserto, from the Aragonese castle to the Annunziata and from Monte San Costanzo or from the square of Termini, where it seems that it is possible to reach
out and touch Capri.
Other unmissable experiences are: a dip in the crystalline waters of Marinella di Jeranto, the beach of Mitigliano or the beaches of Marina del Cantone in Nerano, as well as tasting the gastronomic specialities in the panoramic restaurants of the area.

Crapolla

It is one of the most spectacular points of this stretch of coast, but also one of the least accessible. To get to the beach, literally discend along a path and the starting point is from the church of Sant’Agata sui due Golfi, with the first stop being the belvedere of “La Guardia” from where it is possible to admire the Torre di Crapolla and all six islets of the Amalfi coast. There are then 667 steps to the Marina di Crapolla, where there are the fishing village and the remains of a Villa Marittima.

Marina del Cantone

Greek port, is today a small chaotic and picturesque village, which lives essentially off tourism. The combination of local gastronomic specialities, such as “Spaghetti alla Nerano” invented here, and the crystalline sea, represent a call to which it really is hard to resist. Here the sea is always refreshing and crystal clear, that’s why it is one of the most visited summer destinations by those who want to spend pleasant days by the sea.

Baia di Jeranto

It is a truly uncontaminated place, a triumph of Mediterranean scrub and crystal-clear sea, where there are two beaches. The first can be reached by a path but the bay is closed o the public and property of the Fondo per l’ambiente italiano, which holds environmental education courses and valorization activities here. The second is accessible only from the sea.

The Vervece rock

Just in front of the village of Marina della Lobra, not even a mile from the coast, the characteristic rock of Vervece rises from the waters, a real marine sanctuary. Every year, in fact, on the first or second Sunday of September, a celebration takes place at the foot of the Vervece in memory of all those who have lost their lives at sea. At the end of the celebration, divers offer a laurel wreath to the statue of the Virgin, known as Madonnina del Vervece. This statue was placed on a rock face, 12 meters deep.

Punta Campanella

It is the extreme point of the Sorrento Peninsula, a beautiful place, which is worth visiting It is the extreme point of the Sorrentine Peninsula, perhaps the Greek temple dedicated to the sirens stood here, whose mythical foundation is attributed to Ulysses. A pleasant excursion on foot is the only way to reach Punta Campanella, through a path of about an hour on the side that separates the Gulf of Naples from the Gulf of Salerno. Along the way, the vegetation becomes gradually sparser and you begin to glimpse the island of Capri, until you get so close that it almost seems to touch it. At the extreme tip is the lighthouse and the tower, which is said to have housed a temple dedicated to Athena. The tower is also in a strategic position because it was used for the sighting of pirates in defense of the coast of the Sorrento peninsula. A bell was made to ring on it in case of alarm and this is probably the origin of the name of Punta Campanella.

Marina della Lobra

The ancient fishing village of Marina della Lobra is enclosed in a natural inlet on the coast, overlooked by the Church of the Madonna della Lobra, to which it owes its name. An agglomeration of multicolored houses, still populated today mainly by fishermen, develops all around the steps leading from the church down to the sea, and offers the visitor an undoubtedly picturesque spectacle, in its entirety of sounds, colors and smells with a typically Mediterranean charm. Not far from the center of Massa Lubrense and from which, in summer, numerous boats and organized trips depart from here to explore the beauties of the Lubrense coast, Capri and the Amalfi Coast. There is no shortage of lovely restaurants and bars overlooking the sea, in a privileged position to enjoy the spectacle of the sunset.

Sant’Agata sui Due Golfi

From this pretty village you can admire a magnificent view of the Sorrento Peninsula, the sea and as far as the island of Ischia, Capri and Procida. In recent years it has earned a prominent place in the tourism sector among the villages in the area. Link Casa La Sirenetta Over the last few years it has become a small but dynamic tourist center appreciated by many visitors also from many parts of the world. This is also thanks to its position which offers tourists a unique and fascinating panorama, between the Gulfs of Naples and that of Salerno, which reaches as far as the Isle of Capri.

Typical products

In this area of intense appeal, there is no lack of aromas of a culinary tradition that best expresses the flavors of certified typical products such as olive oil, cheeses and limoncello. Throughout the territory you can admire long expanses of olive groves and lemon groves that give an intense perfume to this town. The typical products of Massa Lubrense come from both the land and the sea: farming has been allowed to develop here since ancient times, alongside breeding. Even the fish, in compliance with the restrictions of the Marine Protected Area, enriches its gastronomy.

Events and festivals

Massa Lubrense boasts a rich repertoire of popular traditions, which translate into celebrations and festivals throughout the year, but especially in the summer. The processions of Holy Week are ancient; those, however, by sea are particularly beautiful and exciting. Each hamlet, on the day dedicated to the celebrations of its patron saint, sets up a festival: tomatoes, courgettes, aubergines, fish, fiordilatte, etc. In summer, in particular, the lemon festival is held in Massa Centro, giving the inhabitants and visitors the opportunity to taste typical local lemon-based products.

The trails

In the natural beauties lies the sublime charm of this land: the coastal road is one of the wonders of the Italian landscape. For lovers of hiking, among citrus groves, vineyards and olive groves towards the sea, skirting enchanted views over the gulf of Naples, the island of Capri and then the gulf of Salerno, it is possible to spend a day crossing the most beautiful hidden corners of the ‘area, always enjoying a fantastic panorama that will surely remain etched in the heart.

Beaches

Massa Lubrense boasts beaches and coves on both coasts. It is the only municipality of Naples to have obtained the prestigious recognition of the Blue Flag, awarded to reward the quality of marine waters, the maintenance of the coastal strip, the efficiency of services and safety measures.

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