Alta Via dei Lattari1876 — 2026
ITEN
2026 Edition

Practical information

Plan your walk.

The essential information for choosing the right option and preparing thoughtfully for three days in the Lattari Mountains.

Before departure

The choices to make.

01

Reach Cava

The trail starts at Contrapone, in the hills above Cava de’ Tirreni. Here you will find the available travel options.

02

Book accommodation

For early arrivals: Thursday in Cava de’ Tirreni. Along the route: Friday in Agerola and Saturday around Colli di Fontanelle–Colli di San Pietro.

03

Pack your rucksack

Footwear, technical clothing, water and personal equipment must be suitable for three consecutive hiking days.

How to get here

Reaching Cava
and Contrapone.

Cava de’ Tirreni is the gateway town. The trail starts in the Contrapone area.

01

From Naples

By train to Cava.

Regional and metropolitan trains leave from Napoli Centrale–Piazza Garibaldi and, on some services, Napoli Campi Flegrei, on the line towards Salerno.

Journey time
about 55–70 minutes
Frequency
about every 30–60 minutes
Fare
from €4.60–€5.00
Trenitalia times and tickets ↗
04

By road

By car.

Take the A3 Naples–Salerno motorway, exit at Cava de’ Tirreni and continue towards Contrapone.

The route ends at Punta Campanella, so drivers must arrange to recover their vehicle in advance.

05

From farther away

By air.

Naples Capodichino

Take Alibus to Napoli Centrale, a train to Cava de’ Tirreni, then route 65 or a taxi to Contrapone.

Airport connections ↗
Salerno Costa d’Amalfi

Take Salerno Airlink to Salerno station, a train to Cava de’ Tirreni, then route 65 or a taxi.

Airport connections ↗

Times, frequencies and fares are indicative and may change. Always check the latest information on official websites before travelling.

Where to stay

Booking
accommodation.

With the Pass, you choose and book the two nights along the route and, if needed, the preceding night in Cava de’ Tirreni.

Accommodation, meals and additional services are not included. Availability, prices and conditions must be agreed directly with each provider.

Night 0

Cava de’ Tirreni

Thursday 8 October 2026
For those arriving the day before departure.

Night 01

Agerola

Friday 9 October 2026
At the end of stage one.

Night 02

Colli di Fontanelle

Saturday 10 October 2026
At the end of stage two.

Before booking

Check the distance from the route, check-in times, breakfast, dinner availability and luggage storage. Listed properties are suggestions: booking and payment are made directly with the provider.

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know.

What is the difference between the Pass and the complete package?

The Pass includes the guided trek and official Kit, while accommodation, meals and transfers remain the participant’s responsibility. The Vette e Baite package brings guiding, accommodation and services together in one complete experience.

Where do participants stay?

An optional Night 0 in Cava de’ Tirreni is available for those arriving the day before. The overnight stops are then Agerola after stage one and Colli di Fontanelle or Colli di San Pietro after stage two. The list of participating accommodation providers will be updated progressively.

How is luggage handled?

Pass holders organise their luggage independently. Any dedicated services and operational details will be shared with confirmed participants.

How do I return from Punta Campanella?

Return options and times will be provided in the Participant Guide. Transfers and shuttle services are not included with the Pass.

Can I join just one stage?

The Pass covers the complete three-day itinerary. Any different options will be announced exclusively by the organisers.

How demanding is the route?

This is a demanding walk requiring training, experience of consecutive long hiking days and suitable equipment.

Need clarification?

Let’s talk.

Write to us before booking if you have questions about the preparation required or which option is right for you.

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