The numerous small terraced alleys of the „centro storico“ make for the village’s particular charm. There are only two roads at Raito, one above, the other below the village, both, however, well connected with the local public transportation network at the Amalfi Coast. 

When strolling through the terraced alleys, you experience local everyday life at close range. Visitors to this place do not meet with the crowds of tourists which have become a common sight at the world famous Amalfi Coast – Raito has preserved its tranquil authenticity. 

This gem between sea and mountains offers not only fantastic views of the coast and the sea: The nearest sandy beach is only about three kilometers off and can be reached on foot via stairways.

Worth a visit: Raito's ceramics museum

One of the sights at Raito is Villa Guariglia, which today houses the ceramics museum. The most significant ceramics products of the area are on display there. You can admire traditional objects as well as „periodo tedesco“ work. Every now and then, concerts or other exhibitions take place there, too. You might stop by while spending your holidays at one of the holiday accommodations we arrange for near Raito, e.g. at Vietri sul Mare or Albori.

The world famous Amalfi Coast ceramics production started off at the neighboring town of Vietri sul Mare. The Etruscans brought along the craft of pottery and Vietri Sul Mare’s export of ceramics throughout the Mediterranean area goes as far back as the Middle Ages. In the 19th century, production was concentrated on the „piastrelle“, the lovely ceramic tiles which still adorn many houses at the Amalfi Coast today. 

The years between the two World Wars were the most productive from the point of view of artistry. Inspired by the Mediterranean attitude towards life, German artists such as Richard Dölker, Irene Kowalski-Wegner and Barbara Margarete Thewalt-Hannasch created a colorful-naïve world of pictures which characterizes Vietri’s ceramics to the present day. 

Visitors become instantly aware of how important the art of pottery is for Vietri: With their colorful displays, countless local stores invite you in to look around for souvenirs.

Tip for hikers: Hiking maps for the Amalfi Coast in English and Italian are available, for example, at the "tabacchi" across from the church of Raito.