Is Path of the Gods worth it?
Worth itUnderrated · +17Free 7.8 km cliffside trail from Bomerano (Agerola) to Nocelle high above Positano
Worth it. 4.8 on Google from 5,592 reviews; complaints are about logistics and knees, not the scenery.
Hype68How famous and hyped it is
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Rated 4.8 across 5,500+ reviews; the coast's signature hike with views the whole way.
Why Reality is 85
Lives up to its fame5/54.8 on Google from 5,592 reviews; complaints are about logistics and knees, not the scenery.
Value for money5/5Free, and consistently described as the best views on the Amalfi Coast.
Can’t get it elsewhere5/5No other walk on the coast gives this sustained high-level view over Positano and Capri.
Easy to do2/5Two buses to the trailhead, summer heat, no water, exposed bits and a 1,700-step finish.
What people loved
Spectacular, continuous views over Praiano, Positano and toward CapriMostly downhill when walked Bomerano→Nocelle; achievable for inexperienced but fit walkersFree, with only cheap bus fares to reach and leaveRefreshment kiosk with lemon granita at the Nocelle endWhat wore them down
The ~1,700 steps from Nocelle down to Positano are brutal on kneesLogistics are fiddly: two buses to reach Bomerano, cash-only bus at Nocelle with no ATMVery busy in summer and exposed to strong sun; no water on the trailNarrow exposed ledges can unsettle people afraid of heights; cloud can hide the viewsParking & getting there
Don’t driveDriving makes little sense on a one-way hike: you finish in Nocelle/Positano, far from your car. If you do drive, park near the Bomerano trailhead in Agerola, then return by bus.
- Free car park – Sentiero degli Deitrailhead · about 11 min walk · ★ 4.6 (133)Price not publishedMap
- Parcheggio Sentiero degli Deilot · about 15 min walk · ★ 4.4 (15)Price not publishedMap
- Anas ordinance 340/19: alternating-plate (odd/even) restrictions on the SS163 Amalfitana each year 1 April–30 September in set time bands stradeanas.it
- Odd/even plates typically 10:00–18:00; October weekends/holidays only; exemptions for residents, guests with confirmed coast bookings, taxis, motorbikes positano.com
Without a car: SITA bus from Amalfi (Piazza Flavio Gioia) to Agerola–Bomerano, about 35–40 min; return from Nocelle by local bus (cash) or the steps to Positano
Driving rules in Positano
Avoid driving on the Amalfi Coast from spring to autumn: the SS163 is narrow and congested, plate restrictions apply on peak dates, and Positano's parking is private, expensive and full by mid-morning. Ferries and SITA buses are the better choice. A car only helps for out-of-season trips or trailheads such as Pontone or Agerola.
- Alternating number plates on the SS163 Amalfitana. Anas ordinance 340/19 restricts non-resident cars on the coast road by last plate digit (odd plates barred on odd dates, even on even dates) from 10:00 to 18:00 on designated dates. 2026 dates reported: 30 Mar–6 Apr and 24 Apr–2 May, with October weekends and holidays also listed by positano.com, and none from 1 November. It covers 14 municipalities, from Vietri sul Mare to Positano, including Amalfi, Ravello, Praiano, Furore and Conca dei Marini. Exempt (with documents): residents, guests with a confirmed coast booking, taxis and NCC, disabled-badge vehicles, workers and homeowners. Motorbikes are also exempt per positano.com. Check current dates with Anas or the Comune before driving. napolike.it
- Anas ordinance (legal basis). Permanent Anas ordinance 340/19 sets the alternating-plate restrictions on the SS163 each year from 1 April to 30 September, in set time bands. stradeanas.it
- Positano ZTL for large vehicles. Via Pasitea, Piazza dei Mulini and Via C. Colombo are a ZTL for vehicles with more than 5 seats (€5 per trip). Paying does not allow stopping or parking. positano.com
- Street parking is residents-only. Street parking in Positano and its hamlets (Montepertuso, Nocelle) is for residents. White-and-yellow lines are residents-only and the few blue-line meters are almost never free in summer. Visitors use private valet-style garages that charge by the full hour, with no verified operator price lists. positano.com
- Parking overview. positano.com's parking guide lists the private garages and blue-line spots along the coast; spaces fill early in summer. positano.com
Know before you go
See something out of date? Fix it right here.Booking: No booking; guided hikes optional
EntryFree; no permit, reservation or ticket. Costs are transport only (bus about €1.30 per ride)Source · Checked Oct 17, 2026
TrailOne-way point-to-point: 7.8 km Bomerano–Nocelle (CAI 327), plus about 2 km and ~1,700 steps down to Positano; 3–4 h hiking, 3.5–5 h including the descentSource · Checked Oct 17, 2026
DifficultyModerate overall: mostly downhill from ~650 m to 430 m at Nocelle, rocky and uneven, a few narrow exposed ledges; the step descent to Positano is the hardest part on knees. Wikivoyage grades the path 'T' (tourist)Source · Checked Oct 17, 2026
TrailheadPiazza Paolo Capasso, Bomerano (Agerola). SITA bus from Amalfi (Piazza Flavio Gioia) about 35–40 min; buy tickets at a tabacchi before boardingSource · Checked Oct 17, 2026
Getting thereFrom Positano: SITA bus to Amalfi, then bus up to Bomerano (allow 1.5–2 h); end in Nocelle and walk ~1,700 steps or take the small local bus (cash only) down to PositanoSource · Checked Oct 17, 2026
SeasonBest April–May and September–October; July–August heat can exceed 35°C. Avoid after heavy rain (slippery limestone, landslide closures)Source · Checked Oct 17, 2026
SafetySome 1–2 m wide sections above sheer drops (not for vertigo sufferers); no drinking water and patchy signal mid-trail; fires and camping banned; carry 1.5 L+ water per person and finish before darkSource · Checked Oct 17, 2026
Opening hours (Google)
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
In their words
“Do beware the 1700 steps down into Positano from Nocelle at the end though if you have dodgy knees!”
“keep cash handy as the bus only accepts cash(no online tickets either) and there also are no cash machines in Nocelle”
“I am quite an inexperienced hiker, and not very athletic, but if I tried harder, I could easily get it under 2 hours.”
“Did the trail on an overcast day which prevented us from taking in the views fully.”
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Questions people ask
Which direction should I hike the Path of the Gods?
Bomerano (Agerola) to Nocelle. It is mostly downhill and ends with views toward Positano.
How long is the Path of the Gods?
About 7.8 km from Bomerano to Nocelle (3–4 hours), plus about 2 km and ~1,700 steps down to Positano.
How do I get to the start in Bomerano?
Take the SITA bus from Amalfi's Piazza Flavio Gioia to Agerola–Bomerano (about 35–40 min). Buy tickets at a tabacchi first.
Is the Path of the Gods free?
Yes. No ticket or permit is needed.
Can I skip the stairs down to Positano?
Yes. A small local bus runs from Nocelle to Positano; reviewers say it takes cash only and Nocelle has no ATM.
Better fits, according to people who went
Sources
- Bluekeys – Path of the Gods hiking guide (2026)
- Wikivoyage (IT) – Sentiero degli Dei
- Positano.com – useful info Amalfi Coast (hiking safety)
- Google Maps – Path of the Gods