Park

Vivara

Name: Vivara
Address: 30 Via Marina Chiaiolella, Procida, Campania, IT

27 locals recommend,

Tips from locals

Roni

November 29, 2018

Visitors to Procida should not miss the chance to explore Vivara Island, a protected wildlife oasis since 1974 and a State Nature Reserve since 2002. This small, untouched crescent-shaped island enchants with its natural beauty, rare flora, wild rabbits, various birds, and significant Mycenaean archaeological sites. The sea around Vivara, teeming with marine life, is a paradise for fishing enthusiasts. Vivara, part of a former volcanic crater and linked to Procida by a pedestrian bridge from Santa Margherita (Marina Chiaiolella), boasts a rich tapestry of paths through lush, pristine vegetation. Its 0.38 km² area is a vibrant showcase of Mediterranean colors, changing with the seasons. The island's geography offers panoramic views, especially from its highest point at 109 meters, overlooking Procida and the Campania coast. Protected as a State Nature Reserve, Vivara holds significant natural, archaeological, and historical value, including Mycenaean and Bourbon-era remnants. The only structure, a 1681 hunting lodge built by Duke De Guevara, features a terrace with stunning views of Ischia. An early 20th-century swivel house by architect Lamont Young adds to the island's architectural interest.

Mario

September 8, 2017

Isola naturalistica incontaminata

Sandro

November 26, 2018

un'isola nell'isola, incontaminata dall'uomo, macchia mediterranea vergine, sede di scavi micenei ed alcuni resti sono esposti al museo archeologico di Napoli.