Sorgeto Hot Springs & Delicious Lunch (Ischia, Italy)
It’ve been living a happy life in Campania, one that has been lush with the simple things that bring me that peaceful, easy feeling each and every day. I am grateful for all the good, real people in my life—the lively, local food culture that makes my work resemble a dream—and the pristine, green environment in which my family lives that provides us with many pathways and activities to connect with nature —and reap the benefits of happy, healthy days in return.
Whenever we feel inspired to do something spontaneous to spice up our daily routines, replenish, and unwind, we usually head to the lush green island of Ischia, the largest island in the Bay of Naples. After a short drive to Naples and a scenic ferry ride across the bay, we arrive in our “happy place,” where the pathways and activities to connect with nature are gloriously boundless.
Between the stunning stretches of rugged coastline, pristine bays and beaches, mountain slopes covered in lush greenery and vineyards, tropical gardens, thermal spas and hot springs (some of the fruits of the island’s natural volcanic activity), we could stay on the island for months at a time and never be without an awesome new, green plan.
The Hot Springs of Sorgeto, one of Ischia’s most amazing natural wonders, is a favorite spot of ours to relax amidst the simple beauty of nature, bathe leisurely in the sea, and enjoy a more than delicious lunch. To arrive, we usually head to the village of Panza, then make our way down the 230 or something cobblestone steps to the sea. But it’s also reachable by boat from the port of the pretty, picturesque village of Sant’Agnelo, for those who are not inclined to take the steps.
