Furore is the smallest municipality on the Amalfi Coast, so tiny that it's sometimes called "the town that doesn't exist." There's no real centre: houses are scattered across a steep hillside above a dramatic fjord where a narrow gorge meets the sea. The Fiordo di Furore, spanned by a high bridge with a tiny beach at its base, is the signature sight. We'd suggest Furore for villa guests who want extreme peace and the most dramatic coastal scenery on the Amalfi Coast, but be warned: it's steep, remote by coast standards, and has almost no facilities.
Why Stay in Furore
- The fjord: The Fiordo di Furore is a narrow inlet with a small beach at the bottom of steep cliffs, reached by steps from the bridge above. The setting is extraordinary. A diving competition is held from the bridge each summer.
- Extreme quiet: With a population of about 800, scattered across the hillside, Furore offers a level of peace that the better-known coast towns can't match.
- Wine terraces: The steep hillside is terraced with vineyards producing small quantities of Costa d'Amalfi wine. A couple of local producers offer tastings.
- Almost no facilities: Furore has one or two restaurants, no real shops, and no town centre to speak of. For supplies, drive to Amalfi (15 minutes) or Agerola (20 minutes). The roads are steep and parking is minimal.
Things to Do in Furore
Visit the Fiordo di Furore. Steps lead down from the bridge (about 10 minutes) to the tiny beach. Swimming in the turquoise water beneath the cliff walls is memorable. Go early; the beach is very small and gets full quickly in summer.
Walk the terraced paths through the vineyards and lemon groves. The hillside has old mule paths that connect the scattered houses. Views along the coast are constant.
Drive to Agerola (20 minutes uphill) for the start of the Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods), one of Italy's most famous coastal walks (about 3 hours, ending in Positano). The trail is exposed and dramatic. Amalfi (15 minutes) and Ravello (25 minutes) are the nearest larger towns for restaurants and culture.