MOUNT EPOMEO TREK
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Latest page update: 5 February 2025
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By: Dion Protani
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From Serrara Fontana there is a well-signposted path towards Mount Epomeo, the highest peak in Ischia at a height of 789 metres.
The mountain slopes are covered in lush greenery and vineyards and affords views of the whole island of Ischia as well as Procida, Capri and the Gulf of Naples. The Mount Epomeo trek includes a walk to the top which can be difficult as it's quite steep in places and certainly not for the faint-hearted or unfit but certainly suitable to people of an average fitness level. The climb lasts between an hour and an hour and a half depending on your fitness levels and good walking clothing and footwear is essential. |
Trekking on Mount Epomeo, Ischia
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Once at the peak you can enjoy the incredible views and relax at the restaurant and bar at the top before making your descent.
You can start the tour from the main square in the small town of Fontana which can be reached by either a CS or CD bus (Ischia bus timetables here). You'll be at the right stop when you see the small church with a statue of Jesus Christ outside. From the church, cross the road and turn left towards a little of group of signs that point up the hill towards Mount Epomeo which is 3km away at this point. The rest of the path is well-signposted until you reach the summit.
You can start the tour from the main square in the small town of Fontana which can be reached by either a CS or CD bus (Ischia bus timetables here). You'll be at the right stop when you see the small church with a statue of Jesus Christ outside. From the church, cross the road and turn left towards a little of group of signs that point up the hill towards Mount Epomeo which is 3km away at this point. The rest of the path is well-signposted until you reach the summit.
