Cycling tourists are often defined, quite conventionally, as travelers who explore destinations by bike.
At Baia del Silenzio, we see it a little differently — and certainly not so narrowly.
The cyclist who rides for miles through nature on a mountain bike is someone who, more than many others, feels the need to reconnect with their inner self. Challenging themselves along rugged trails, recognizing their reflection in wind-shaken branches, catching glimpses of sunlight filtering through the forest.
These are the sensations we can help you experience — thanks to the Cilento National Park and Palinuro. And yes, in this case, Mother Nature has been especially generous. We are right in the heart of the park, just steps away from extraordinary places still unknown to most tourists — those who believe a holiday is only a holiday if they never stray far from their comfort zone.
Intrigued? Curious to know more? Here it is.
One of the most inspiring ways to fully experience the Cilento National Park is La Via Silente, a route designed for true lovers of nature and cycling.
This is an itinerary of approximately 600 km, divided into 15 stages, allowing you to admire not only the stunning Cilento coastline, but also its majestic mountains — including, for those seeking an even greater challenge, the summit of Monte Cervati, rising to nearly 1,900 metres.
Proposed by the La Via Silente association, this route reveals the very best of the park: starting from Castelnuovo Cilento, crossing forests and plateaus, passing through evocative villages such as Castellabate, discovering the Calore River, and exploring the caves of Castelcivita and Pertosa.
You’ll traverse a rugged, wild landscape, tackle demanding climbs, cross the Alburni Mountains and continue towards the Vallo di Diano.
The choices are endless — and one thing is certain: wherever you go, the horizons opening before you are simply breathtaking.
If you prefer a more relaxed pace, no problem at all — the area around us offers countless possibilities.
From Palinuro to Marina di Camerota, from Centola to Baia degli Infreschi, an ancient tuna fishery where freshly caught tuna was once stored in a naturally cool sea cave, every route is filled with emotion.
These experiences are perfect even for those who enjoy easy cycling. The true beauty of this area lies in the variety of routes: coastal plateaus ideal for road bikes, or inland trails better suited to the wider wheels of a mountain bike.
Palinuro is rich in bays, rugged coastlines and hidden coves, often accessible only on foot, by bike or by boat. For cycling enthusiasts, these routes are absolutely unmissable.
From gentle inclines to challenging climbs designed for those who love technical and thrilling rides, the Cilento — and Palinuro in particular — offers endless inspiration for a truly rewarding cycling holiday.
For amateur cyclists and cycling enthusiasts planning a stay in Palinuro and the Cilento, we offer special rates at Baia del Silenzio Resort.
To access these exclusive offers, simply fill in the Request Information form and ask for the Promotional Code to use in our online quotation system. Our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
We’ll take care of everything else — organizing the best cycling excursions in the Cilento you’ve ever experienced. We’ll lead you to enchanted places, all the way to the mouth of the Mingardo River, proving that paradise really can be reached… by bike.
And for longer distances or destinations such as Maratea or Paestum, Train + Bike excursions are also available.
