Discover Pertosa

Pertosa combines impressive cave experiences with art in the town centre, museums and regional traditions. The Grotte di Pertosa-Auletta are particularly defining: here, you travel along the underground Negro River in the only caves in Italy where this experience is possible. In addition, there are freely accessible outdoor artworks and a local speciality that is closely linked to the town’s identity. Those looking for a holiday apartment in Pertosa can therefore shape their stay around nature, culture and culinary discoveries.

The Grotte di Pertosa-Auletta as a unique natural experience

The Grotte di Pertosa-Auletta are located in the Monti Alburni massif. Their extraordinary character is most evident during the journey along the underground Negro River. The boat used for this purpose has a flat bottom and is slowly pulled by hand by the guides. As a result, the experience includes not only the cave itself but also the tranquil movement across the water.

Reservations are mandatory for the visit. The areas developed for tourism feature signposted and comfortable paths. One striking section is the Grande Sala, which is 24 metres high. These varied impressions can help you plan your trip: you can create a stay with a strong focus on nature and caves or combine the visit with museums, local culture and regional themes.

Culture, museums and open-air art in the town

The Pertosa Murales are freely accessible outdoor artworks. They can be seen at several locations in the historic centre of Pertosa and give the town centre an artistic dimension that can be easily incorporated into an independent walking tour. For travellers interested in culture, the Museo Speleo Archeologico “Sparch” on Piazza De Marco also offers a dedicated point of interest in Pertosa.

The Museo del Suolo offers another perspective. It has 1,500 m² of covered exhibition space and paths connected to the museum’s outdoor area. Visits are guided and require a reservation. Those travelling with different age groups can therefore plan varied days: a visit to the caves can be followed by a museum visit, while the murals provide an independent cultural focus.

Regional specialities and time-honoured traditions

The Sagra del Carciofo Bianco di Pertosa celebrates the local white artichoke. This artichoke is a Slow Food Presidio and is regarded as a symbol of biodiversity. This regional speciality also makes Pertosa interesting for travellers who like to complement landscapes and culture with typical products and local traditions.

One of the distinctive religious traditions is the mass celebrated in the caves every Lunedì in Albis, Easter Monday, in the chapel of San Michele Arcangelo. This date is a specific tradition associated with Easter Monday and can be taken into account when planning a suitable trip.

Which accommodation suits your travel plans?

When looking for accommodation in Pertosa, it is worth deciding first which experiences you want to have. If the Grotte di Pertosa-Auletta are to be the main focus, you should include the mandatory reservation and the guided format of the visit in your planning. Those more interested in local culture can make a note of the Pertosa Murales, the Museo Speleo Archeologico “Sparch” and the Museo del Suolo as different cultural highlights. For a stay with a regional character, it is also worth exploring the white artichoke and the Sagra del Carciofo Bianco di Pertosa.

It is best to choose a holiday apartment or holiday home according to the pace you want for your days and how you would like to combine the individual visits.

More places to consider when planning your trip

If you would like to include other places in your search in addition to Pertosa, you can also visit Capezzano, Monteforte Cilento, Marmorata, San Marzano Sul Sarno, San Rufo, Caggiano, Acciaroli and Casa Vitagliano. Pertosa itself offers several clearly distinct reasons to consider it as a destination, with its cave boat trip, museums, murals, regional cuisine and religious tradition.

For the overarching travel overview: Salerno.