Rampe di Pizzofalcone
Monte di Dio
Hidden gemViews & panoramas
The story
The ramps drop in hairpins from Monte di Dio, between old walls and sudden glimpses of the sea: a slow shortcut worth taking for the view alone.
Access
FREE
The story
The Rampe di Pizzofalcone, also called Rampe Lamont Young, are the ancient climb that from via Chiatamone leads to the top of Monte Echia. They were begun in 1579 by Ferrante Loffredo, to a design by Benvenuto Tortelli, and completed only at the end of the eighteenth century. At the top they are overlooked by Villa Ebe, the neo-Gothic castle of Lamont Young.
What to see
A scenic stairway that climbs among ancient walls and glimpses of the sea, away from the traffic, up to the spur of Monte Echia: an evocative passage between the Naples of the sea and the older one, on top of the hill.
Hours and prices
Free entry.
Tips
It is a stepped climb: downhill it is a walk, uphill it is demanding — if you prefer, go up by the Santa Lucia lift and come down on foot. Comfortable shoes are useful. At the top you find the belvedere of Monte Echia and the outline of Villa Ebe.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Rampe di Pizzofalcone?
An ancient stepped climb, also called Rampe Lamont Young, that from via Chiatamone leads to the top of Monte Echia, begun in 1579.
Are the Rampe di Pizzofalcone tiring?
Downhill they are a pleasant walk; uphill they are demanding. Alternatively you can use the Santa Lucia lift.
Where do the Rampe di Pizzofalcone lead?
To the top of Monte Echia, the oldest core of Naples, next to Villa Ebe.
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