Εύκολες πεζοπορίες και περίπατοι στην Καμπανία

Piazza del Plebiscito is a constantly crowded place, where it's not uncommon to encounter tourists attempting a curious experiment: crossing the square... blindfolded! This isn't a modern challenge launched on social media, but a tradition rooted in an ancient legend, dating back to Queen Margherita. The challenge involves walking 170 meters, starting from the Royal Palace and ending up at the equestrian statues, attempting to pass exactly between them. This task proves nearly impossible: visitors, convinced they've reached their goal, always end up in a completely different spot. This "failure" is attributed to the curse Queen Margherita placed on the prisoners of the Kingdom of Naples. According to legend, the queen granted monthly pardons to certain inmates, but only if they managed to overcome a challenge: crossing the square blindfolded and passing between the two statues. None succeeded.

Vesuvius At the far end, you can see the city of Pompeii And the view is very beautiful

Good hiking shoes required, do not walk in the rain.

Fruit still grows somewhat wild

This path crosses private land in parts. We found a locked gate and had to retrace our steps.

It's expensive but if you're thirsty, what the heck

Chilled drinks, snacks, and souvenirs are sold right on the crater rim. There are a few places to sit, some of which are even shaded. I think the prices are very fair, considering the chilled drinks and the transportation up there. A glass of water costs €1.50, a glass of wine €2, and a cold beer €4.

Fairly well-developed path, drinks kiosk available