 Introduction
Marina di Camerota is an important fishing area for this part of Italy. The local waters are full of anchovies, swordfish, and tuna. In addition to fishing, Camerota is known for its production of ceramics. Artisans began creating clay vases, jugs, and other objects here in the 1800s.
Arrival Plane
The closest airport is in Naples, the Aeroporto Internazionale di Napoli. It lies 117 kilometers to the north, and accommodates flights from several Italian cities such as Rome, Milan, Turin, and Venice, as well as flights from around Europe. EasyJet runs direct flights out of London, Paris, and Berlin; and major airlines like Lufthansa offers flights from Munich. Frequent shuttle bus service connects the airport to the train station, where you can catch a train to Pisciotta Palinuro, the nearest station to Camerota.
Train
The nearest train station is about 10 kilometers up the coast at Pisciotta Palinuro. From Naples, the journey takes about two hours. Visitors can take a bus or taxi to Camerota from the station in Pisciotta Palinuro.
Car
The journey from Naples to Camerota by car traverses a beautiful route along the Mediterranean Coast. Take Motorway A3 to the Salerno Est/Fratte exit. Then follow SP175a to SP430, to a series of smaller roads which will lead you into town. The journey takes roughly three hours.
Boat
Ferry service is available to and from Camerota from most of the towns along the coast. During the high season, there is a daily service from Naples which takes four hours.
Bus
A frequent bus service connects Pisciotta-Palinuro with Camerota, and other small towns in the region.
History and Culture
Camerota was an easy point of invasion for the Saracens, during the Middle Ages when they attacked all the towns and villages along the Italian Mediterranean coastline, and its castle became famous as a Saracen stronghold in the region.
In 1552 Camerota was destroyed by a Turkish army. It was later ruled by various families, until 1647 when one of the leaders, Paolo Marchese was killed in a violent uprising.
Churches and Museums
This Baroque style church, which dates from the 1500s, includes an interesting statue of its patron saint, as well as a fabulous depiction of the Nativity.
Historical Buildings and Monuments
Now home to the Franciscan sisters, this structure was initially Camerota's town hall.
The Telegraph Towers
These three ancient towers were constructed by the Saracens and used as a lookout and communication system.
Villa Mariosa
Named after the opera singer Mariosa Rina, this French-style villa includes two towers, and a ladder to the sea. The beloved tune, “Mari dint'o Silenzio” was composed here. Look for the plaque commemorating the occasion.
Places of Interest
One of the area's loveliest beaches, Calanca Beach is covered in beautiful fine sand. It's a wonderful place to bask in the Southern Italian sun, or immerse yourself in its fabulous turquoise waters.
The Caves
Accessible only by sea, many caves surround the Camerota region. Ancient bones dating back hundreds of thousands of years before Christ were found in one of them. Within the Lentiscella Cave one can see “The Lion of Caprera” a famous sailing vessel which journeyed across the Atlantic from Montevideo, in 1890.
The Coast
Excursions by boat allow visitors to get a close-up look at the marvelous coast around Camerota. Rugged cliffs, little bays, enchanting beaches, and romantic grottoes all make the adventure worthwhile.
Parco Nazionale del Cilento e Vallo di Diano
Stretching from the Tyrrheanian coast to the Apennines, including the Alburni Mountains, this is an extraordinary natural park rich in ecological discoveries. It's hiking and biking trails are steeped in myth, traversing ancient paths of pilgrims and settlers.
Paestum
This ancient town is nearby, and worth visiting during your stay in Camerota. The Greek city was in the 7th century B.C. founded, and today is preserved by the National Archaeological Museum. Several exceptional examples of Greek architecture and monuments are found here.
San Severino di Centola
This fascinating medieval village is quite close to Camerota, and worth a visit during your stay. During medieval times it was an important and strategic town, but at one point it was completely abandoned. Now tourists have the empty streets and squares all to themselves.
Events
In the village of Camerota there is a market every other Wednesday, and in Marina di Camerota, the market occurs every other Friday.
Carnival - Summer
Parades fill the streets during this annual event when the whole town comes out for games, fireworks, and festivities.
Festival of San Domenico di Guzman - August 4
For the feast day of Camerota's patron saint, a large procession, lead by the statue of the saint, flows from the church, through the village streets. Concerts, amusement park rides, and fireworks continue the festivities.
Feast of the Madonna del Carmine - July 16
A procession of the Madonna winds its way through the town on this special day, then fireworks are set off at the waterfront. Fun and games are also enjoyed.
Meeting of the Sea - May
Up and coming bands show their stuff at this annual music event. All the concerts are free, and dance performances occur in between sets.
Links
Train Transport
Train Transport
Ferry Transport
City's Official Website
National Park
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