Italy · Hiking

Hell Valley hike Vesuvio National Park Not the main Crater

4 Hours Round trip from Ottaviano Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Guided hike in Vesuvio National Park from Ottaviano
02 Follow Path No. 1 into the Hell Valley
03 See volcanic landscapes of lapilli, pumice stone, and lava shapes
04 Enjoy views over the Agro-Nocerino-Sarnese area
05 Hike between Mount Somma and the main Vesuvius crater
06 Loop route returning via Piazza Legalità
07 Approximate hiking distance of 11 km
08 Main cone/crater hike is not included

Discover a lesser-known side of Mount Vesuvius on a guided hike through Vesuvio National Park, following Path No. 1 into the dramatic Hell Valley between Mount Somma and the main Vesuvius crater. Starting from Ottaviano, this loop walk takes you along lapilli and pumice stone trails, with striking volcanic landscapes and wide views over the Agro-Nocerino-Sarnese area.

This experience is ideal for travellers who want a rewarding volcanic hike without visiting the main cone. Along the way, enjoy lava-shaped terrain, scenic viewpoints, and the atmosphere of one of Italy’s most fascinating natural settings before returning to Ottaviano.

Discover a lesser-known side of Mount Vesuvius on a guided hike through Vesuvio National Park, following Path No. 1 into the dramatic Hell Valley between Mount Somma and the main Vesuvius crater.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Mount Vesuvius

Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

We will start from here the hike. Than we will go up in the pathWe will start hiking the Path number one, leading to the Hell ValleyWe will reach Piazzale Legalità, than we go inside the Hell Valley, than we go back to OttavianoWe will go back to the Meeting Point

The route