Natural beaches and secret springs

Barano d'Ischia

Barano d'Ischia is the town on the south-eastern side: it includes the Maronti beach and the natural thermal springs of Nitrodi.

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In brief

Barano d'Ischia is a municipality on the island's south-eastern side, spread across hillside hamlets such as Buonopane and Testaccio. Its territory is home to Maronti beach, Ischia's longest, and the natural springs of Nitrodi.

What to see in Barano

  • Maronti beach, the island's longest stretch of sand
  • Nitrodi springs, natural thermal springs in the Buonopane valley
  • Maronti fumaroles, jets of hot steam on the sand
  • Buonopane hamlet, home to the traditional 'Ndrezzata dance
  • San Pancrazio beach, reachable on foot or by sea

Beaches and sea

Maronti is the main beach: over two kilometres of sand with free stretches, equipped areas and warm spots near the fumaroles. San Pancrazio is a more secluded cove.

How to get to Barano

Barano is reached from Ischia Porto by bus or car in about 20-25 minutes. Maronti is reached via the road to Testaccio, or by sea with water taxis from Sant'Angelo.

Who it suits

Suited to those seeking long beaches, natural springs and a less touristy hillside hinterland.

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Frequently asked questions about Barano

Where are the Nitrodi springs?

The Nitrodi springs are in the municipality of Barano d'Ischia, in the valley above the hamlet of Buonopane, reachable via a short walking trail.

How long is Maronti beach?

Maronti beach is over two kilometres long and is Ischia's longest. It's in the municipality of Barano.

What are the Maronti fumaroles?

They are natural jets of hot steam that emerge from the sand and rock at certain points on the beach, caused by the island's volcanic activity.

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