Visite in barca alle grotte e calette di Marina di Camerota

The Costa degli Infreschi e della Masseta is a protected stretch of coast near Marina di Camerota, known for limestone cliffs, sea caves and spring-fed coves.

Why it matters

The marine protected area safeguards a largely rocky coastline shaped by karst processes and freshwater springs. Its caves and coves preserve both ecological value and traces of the maritime economy that once depended on fishing and tuna processing.

What to notice

The coastline includes sea caves such as the Grotta delle Noglie and Grotta Sulfurea, as well as the natural inlet of Porto Infreschi. The historic Tonnara degli Infreschi preserves evidence of tuna fishing, while sheltered coves and pale limestone formations reveal the area's geology.

Context and history

The protected area was established by ministerial decree in 2009 and is managed by the Cilento National Park authority. It extends along the coast between Marina di Camerota and the Masseta area, protecting marine habitats including Posidonia meadows and coralligenous reefs. The caves and coves were historically linked to fishing communities and the tonnara at Baia Infreschi.