Climb Mount Vesuvius

Mount Vesuvius is one of the most well-known mountains in the world, not least because of its legendary eruption, which engulfed the unwary town of Pompeii in volcanic ash. What we call "Vesuvius" is actually the younger component of the mountain complex known as "Greater Vesuvius" by geologists. Monte Somma refers to the oldest section of the mountain, which is now an extinct volcano. Before the 79 AD explosion, a painting unearthed from Pompeii depicts a solitary summit and the considerably higher Monte Somma covered in vegetation.

Buses may transport guests to within 200 meters of Vesuvius's top. There, you may purchase a ticket to the summit as well as drinks, souvenirs, and even apparel. Remember that the peak can be significantly colder, especially when there are low clouds. After purchasing your ticket, you will ascend on a wide path of volcanic stone pocked with bigger pebbles. Staunch shoes are advised. The route loops back numerous times before around the crater. There are restrooms at the peak at an intermediate point along the hike. You may hire a tour, buy a guidebook, or simply peer into the crater on your own at the peak. Nowadays Vesuvius is mostly considered safe to climb and you can trek to the crater of the mountain which looks like something you would find on the surface of the moon.

Location: Via Palazzo del Principe, 80044 Ottaviano (NA)