{"id":71638,"date":"2026-11-03T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-11-03T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sailwithus.de\/?p=71638"},"modified":"2026-07-16T11:41:46","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T09:41:46","slug":"sailing-the-amalfi-coast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sailwithus.de\/en\/blog\/sailing-the-amalfi-coast\/","title":{"rendered":"Sailing the Amalfi Coast & Bay of Naples: Capri to Positano"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Sailing the Amalfi Coast<\/strong> and the Bay of Naples is Italian dolce vita at its most spectacular: pastel villages spilling down vertiginous cliffs, glamorous islands, ancient ruins and some of the most famous coastline in the world – all best seen from the water. From the yacht-filled harbours of Capri and Ischia to the cliffside terraces of Positano and Amalfi, this is a cruising ground that trades length for sheer, jaw-dropping beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The islands of the bay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Bay of Naples is crowned by three unforgettable islands. Capri<\/strong> dazzles with its Faraglioni sea-stacks and the shimmering Blue Grotto. Ischia<\/strong> is greener and calmer, watched over by its dramatic clifftop Aragonese Castle and famed for thermal springs. And tiny Procida<\/strong> – a riot of pastel fishermen's houses around a picture-perfect harbour – is the most authentic of the three. Anchoring off any of them is a highlight of the trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Amalfi Coast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

South of Sorrento the coast erupts into the Amalfi Coast<\/strong> proper – a UNESCO World Heritage shoreline of near-vertical cliffs and villages that seem to defy gravity. Drop anchor below Positano<\/strong>'s cascade of pastel houses, call at the cathedral town of Amalfi<\/strong>, and gaze up at Ravello<\/strong> perched high above. Seen from a yacht – the way it was meant to be – it's simply breathtaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready for Italian dolce vita under sail?<\/strong> Discover our Italy sailing trips<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A classic route<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Trips usually start from around Naples, Salerno or Sorrento, looping Procida – Ischia – Capri – the Amalfi Coast<\/strong> and back. Distances are short but the anchorages are busy and open, so timing and local know-how matter – exactly what your skipper provides. There's history everywhere too, from Pompeii to the Greek temples of Paestum a short hop away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best time to sail the Amalfi Coast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The season runs from May to October. May, June and September<\/strong> are ideal: warm water, comfortable temperatures for exploring ashore and fewer crowds than the July–August peak, when Capri and Positano are at their busiest. The coast is fairly open, so a skipper keeps an eye on the wind and picks sheltered spots for the night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With or without a skipper<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No experience or licence is needed to join a shared trip – a professional skipper handles the busy anchorages and mooring while you drink in the scenery. It pairs wonderfully with a wider Italian cruise; see also our guides to Sardinia<\/a> and the best Mediterranean anchorages<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Is the Amalfi Coast good for sailing?<\/h3>\n\n\n

Spectacularly so – the cliffs, villages and islands are best seen from the sea. It's a fairly open, busy coast, so an experienced skipper makes all the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which islands can you visit in the Bay of Naples?<\/h3>\n\n\n

Capri, Ischia and Procida – each distinct: Capri for glamour and sea-stacks, Ischia for its castle and thermal springs, and Procida for authentic pastel harbours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When is the best time to sail the Amalfi Coast?<\/h3>\n\n\n

May, June and September offer warm water, pleasant temperatures and fewer crowds than the busy midsummer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n

Cliffside villages, glamorous islands and la dolce vita at every turn – sailing the Amalfi Coast and Bay of Naples is a feast for the senses. Ready to set sail? Explore our Italy sailing trips<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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