#215 European Rank
Fiordo di Furore
Campania (Amalfi Coast), Italy•Tyrrhenian Sea (Mediterranean)• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
Photo: Klajoh (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.62/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
26.5°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€60/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Deep Water
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Campania (Amalfi Coast) · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
14.5°C
Air 16°C
Feb
13.8°C
Air 17°C
Mar
14.1°C
Air 19°C
Apr
15.8°C
Air 22°C
May
19.2°C
Air 25°C
Jun
23.4°C
Air 28°C
Jul
25.8°C
Air 30°C
Peak
Aug
26.5°C
Air 30°C
Sep
24.6°C
Air 28°C
Oct
21.5°C
Air 25°C
Nov
18.2°C
Air 21°C
Dec
15.5°C
Air 18°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 28 May – 20 Oct (>21°C) · 144 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Italy Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.1 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.2 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Fiordo di Furore
Italy’s only natural fjord on the Amalfi Coast, where a 30-meter high arched stone highway bridge spans an intimate pebble cove lined with historic monazzeni fishermen cottages.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Located along the SS163 Amalfi Drive between Praiano and Amalfi; accessed via a steep stone stairway from the bridge down into the gorge or by sea
•Protected Status / Environment: UNESCO World Heritage landscape of the Amalfi Coast and member of 'I Borghi più Belli d'Italia'
•Notable Feature: Spectacular natural ria/canyon where the Schiato stream meets the sea, featuring a 25-meter pebble beach, historic fishermen's calcara cottages, and a 30m high arched bridge
Official Tourism Authorities:italia.it
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
NoFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Take the SITA bus along the Amalfi-Positano coastal route and get off at the Furore Bridge stop.
•Home to the prestigious Marmeeting Mediterranean high-diving championship from the 28-meter bridge
•Historic fishermen cottages (monazzeni) now house a small cultural museum dedicated to Roberto Rossellini
•Arrive between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM when the sun shines directly down between the narrow canyon walls
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
NAP · 50m driveTransfer from Naples (NAP) by coastal ferry or private scenic drive.
Ferry Connection: Molo Beverello (Naples Port for Capri/Positano)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fiordo di Furore
What is the water temperature at Fiordo di Furore?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Fiordo di Furore averages 26.5°C (80°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Fiordo di Furore?
Fiordo di Furore is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Campania (Amalfi Coast), Italy.
Is Fiordo di Furore good for families with kids?
Fiordo di Furore has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Fiordo di Furore?
Parking arrangements vary locally. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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