The Divine Coast in Freedom: Dancing Through the Curves between Positano and Amalfi
The Statale 163 is, by definition, the most beautiful road in the world. Riding it by scooter means not only avoiding logistical complications, but feeling truly part of the landscape, surrounded by the scent of broom flowers and the thrill of the wind.
The Route
Ride up from Vico towards Piano di Sorrento, taking Via Nastro Azzurro. This is the stretch preferred by locals for the quality of the road surface and its wide bends, opening onto cinematic views.
The Soul of the Coast
Positano
Leave your vehicle near Viale Pasitea and lose yourself on the way down to the sea. The real treasure is the MAR — the Roman Archaeological Museum — an underground villa located beneath the main church, where the colours of Roman mosaics still shine with a thousand-year-old light.
Praiano
Stop here for the coffee ritual. This is the village of endless sunsets, where time slows down and the view stretches all the way to the Faraglioni of Capri.
Amalfi
Beyond the impressive Cathedral, head up towards the Valle delle Ferriere. Just 20 minutes on foot from the centre, you will find yourself in a jungle of prehistoric ferns and waterfalls, a microclimate suspended in time.
Beaches and Flavours
Avoid the crowds at Positano’s main beach. Choose Fornillo Beach instead, reachable with a short boat ride or a pleasant walk. For a quick yet iconic lunch, La Latteria in Positano offers excellent products, while in Amalfi, Donna Stella’s pizza can be enjoyed in the quiet setting of a lemon garden.
Pro Tip
In high season, car restrictions based on number plates make a scooter not just an option, but a necessity. It is the only way to move around without time constraints and forget the stressful, expensive coastal parking.
