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Cilento and Vallo di Diano

Primula Trail (Capo Palinuro)

Primula Trail (Capo Palinuro)

On foot
Cilento and Vallo di Diano
A coastal route with views over the Tyrrhenian Sea, historic fortifications, and Mediterranean nature.
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A panoramic loop of about 15 km surrounding the Capo Palinuro promontory, passing sea cliffs, coastal towers, historic forts, and Mediterranean scrub. The trail crosses beaches, hidden coves, and ancient military paths, offering stunning views over the Tyrrhenian Sea, the Aeolian Islands, and the Cilento mountains. The route is dedicated to the rare Primula Palinuri, an endemic species that grows on the cliffs of the cape.

  • Main points of interest: Capo Palinuro Lighthouse, Torre del Porto, Murat-era forts, Monte d’Oro, Cala della Molpa, Molpa Hill, Natural Arch, Torre Mingardo