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Famous route
SS163

The Amalfi Coast

A cliff road between Sorrento and Salerno, lined with lemon groves and villages stacked above the sea.

Length
about 50 km
Region
Campania
Suggested time
2–4 days
Best season
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct

Before you go

  • The road is narrow with blind bends and buses. Large motorhomes should leave the vehicle at a campsite and use buses or ferries.
  • In peak season, traffic restrictions based on number plates have applied on some days. Check the current rules.
  • Parking in Positano and Amalfi is scarce and expensive. Arrive before 9 a.m.

The drive

From Sorrento, the SS163 climbs over the peninsula and drops towards Positano, then follows the cliffs through Praiano and Amalfi to Salerno. Allow a full day with stops, even though the distance is short.

FAQs

Can I drive the Amalfi Coast in a motorhome?

Small campervans can, with care. For larger vehicles, stay at a campsite near Sorrento or Salerno and use the SITA buses or ferries.