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Italy·🌊 Coastal

In Campania on the Tyrrhenian coast of southern Italy, The UNESCO-protected national park south of the Amalfi Coast offers pristine beaches, the Greek temples of Paestum, and the birthplace of the Mediterranean diet. Authentic southern Italy without mass tourism.

What awaits you

BeachHikingCampingLocal cuisineNatureBy the sea

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Best time to visit

July–August: up to 30°C with 14h of sunshine per day.

In June–September, water temperatures reach a pleasant 28°C — perfect for swimming.

Insider tip: April, October — a pleasant 21°C with fewer visitors.

Cooler winters (11°C). Best visited in July–August.

Max. temperature
9°
Jan
11°
Feb
12°
Mar
15°
Apr
20°
May
26°
Jun
30°
Jul
28°
Aug
24°
Sep
21°
Oct
14°
Nov
12°
Dec
Water temperature
17°
Jan
15°
Feb
15°
Mar
17°
Apr
20°
May
24°
Jun
28°
Jul
28°
Aug
26°
Sep
24°
Oct
21°
Nov
18°
Dec
Sunshine hours
6h
Jan
8h
Feb
9h
Mar
10h
Apr
11h
May
13h
Jun
14h
Jul
12h
Aug
10h
Sep
9h
Oct
7h
Nov
6h
Dec
Rain days
13d
Jan
9d
Feb
13d
Mar
14d
Apr
18d
May
9d
Jun
7d
Jul
16d
Aug
11d
Sep
10d
Oct
16d
Nov
10d
Dec

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Cilento as a Vacation Destination

Cilento is an excellent choice for beach holidays, hiking trips, camping holidays. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 30°C.

A rental car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: excellent local cuisine, stunning natural landscapes. The best months for swimming are June, July, August, September with water temperatures up to 28°C.

Good to know

Price level
€€
Local languages
IT
Camping
Tent & caravan