{"id":56452,"date":"2021-11-24T17:30:02","date_gmt":"2021-11-24T16:30:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentalsinitaly.it\/blog\/?p=56452"},"modified":"2021-11-24T17:33:57","modified_gmt":"2021-11-24T16:33:57","slug":"massa-lubrense-where-the-sirens-used-to-live","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentalsinitaly.it\/blog\/massa-lubrense-where-the-sirens-used-to-live\/","title":{"rendered":"Massa Lubrense, where the Sirens used to live"},"content":{"rendered":"

Massa Lubrense, where the Sirens used to live<\/h1>\n

On the Sorrento peninsula<\/strong>, on the border with the Amalfi Coast, there is the small municipality of Massa Lubrense<\/strong>.
\nThe municipality is located right at the end of the peninsula, in front of the island of Capri<\/strong>, therefore its territory overlooks both the Gulf of Naples and the Gulf of Sorrento<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This particular position offers visitors spectacular views<\/strong>, trails surrounded by lush nature and enchanting beaches.
\nMoreover, it is an excellent starting point for exploring nearby towns<\/strong>, such as Sorrento<\/strong><\/a>, Vico Equense, Praiano or Positano<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Yet it is little known to tourists.<\/p>\n

LET\u2019S DISCOVER MASSA LUBRENSE<\/h2>\n

Massa Lubrense consist of 18 hamlets<\/strong>, including Sant\u2019Agata sui due Golfi.<\/p>\n

Among the things worth visiting is the 5 centuries old Cathedral of Santa Maria delle Grazie<\/strong>. \u2028Although the external appearance is very simple, the interior floor<\/strong> is decorated with such colorful majolica that is more reminiscent of a noble palace than a church.<\/p>\n

Another beautiful church is the one of the Madonna della Lobra<\/strong>, from which Massa Lubrense takes its name. \u2028Not far from the church is Marina della Lobra<\/strong>, the small port. It is located in a natural inlet and it is very picturesque thanks to the local architectural style of the buildings.<\/p>\n

In front of the port of Marina della Lobra is the rock of Vervece<\/strong>. \u2028Every September a particular Mass takes place on the rock that the inhabitants and visitors follow from the boats.The celebration ends with the suggestive placing of wreaths on a statue of the Madonna placed on the seabed at about 11 m deep<\/strong>. It is the way locals remember all those who disappeared at sea.<\/p>\n

TRAILS AND BEACHES OF MASSA LUBRENSE<\/h3>\n

For those who love walking, in Massa Lubrense there are more than 100 km of trails<\/strong>. There are itineraries of all kinds and for every level of training.<\/p>\n

However, the main features of the territory are the sea and the beaches.
\nConsider that the municipality of Massa Lubrense has been awarded the Blue Flag for 8 consecutive years<\/strong>. If you don’t know, the Blue Flag is an award for the quality of sea waters, the maintenance of the coastal strip, the efficiency of services and the safety measures.<\/p>\n

So, are you wondering about which are the best beaches<\/strong> in Massa Lubrense?
\nWell, on the side of the Gulf of Naples there are Marina di Puolo<\/strong>, Marina della Lobra<\/strong>, Fontane<\/strong>, the Baia delle Sirene<\/strong> (Bay of the Sirens) and Cala di Mitigliano<\/strong>. On the side of the Gulf of Sorrento there are the Bay of Ieranto<\/strong>, Marina del Cantone<\/strong>, Recommone<\/strong> and the Crapolla Fiord<\/strong>.<\/p>\n