OtherOctober 4, 2026

An Electric Journey for the Season/4 Campania “Upside Down”

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The electric tour offered by Electric-Trips today is a route designed for those who love electricity not just as a technology, but as a philosophy of discovery: silent, profound, and respectful. Naples isn’t visited—it’s experienced by setting aside outdated guides and clichéd postcard images. It’s a journey within a journey, even aboard an electric gozzo in the Gulf. And then there’s Irpinia’s resilience, with its natural wonders, ghost towns, and high-quality cuisine.

Naples: The Stone Belly and the Silences of Winter Sea

At the Vulcano Buono shopping center, a few kilometers from the city, it’s possible to charge at Electrip’s fast charging stations with a 25% discount thanks to a special promotion (refer to the operator’s app for more details).

Electric-Trips chose to stay at Vesuvius Palace Aparthotel in Ercolano: a comfortable accommodation with free parking and two 11kW charging stations installed in the hotel’s garden. The archaeological museum, which is worth a detailed visit, can be reached in 15 minutes on foot. On the opposite side, just a short walk away, is the “Miglio d’oro” stop on the Circumvesuviana line (a convenient surface train that connects Naples to Sorrento), allowing guests to reach the heart of the city in 20 minutes. Tickets for travel can be purchased online on the EAV website.

Naples: a city where the surface is merely a veil. Here, volcanic geology has created a mirrored world beneath our feet with truly magical pathways. To explore Naples’ underground realm, one starts at one of the 15 most beautiful parking lots in the world: Garage Quick Morelli, carved into the rock and connected to the Borbonic Gallery.

Inside the parking lot, it’s possible to reserve spaces for electric vehicles and use the charging service provided by QueenEnergy.

Staying on topic and continuing the underground tour, be sure not to miss the archaeological elevator located in the heart of Pietrasanta, which takes you 35 meters deep. The Lapis Museum is the first museum dedicated to water, a labyrinth of tunnels carved into tuff, where human ingenuity has mastered this rock for millennia. It’s the perfect place to reset your senses.

In collaboration with Nesis, we sailed on a 100% electric gozzo designed to offer an unforgettable marine experience in an eco-friendly way.

A new job? Paulina found it in Naples with the electric boat.

The boat is not only beautiful but also incredibly practical and versatile. It glides silently into protected marine areas and allows visitors to discover the Palace of Spirits in Marechiaro, where legend has it that Virgil’s ghost still plays the lyre. No noise, no smell of diesel, just the sound of the waves. It is a sustainable choice that enables one to enjoy the sea freely.

Echos of spirituality and urban folklore

Naples’ unique character is fully reflected in its places of worship and beliefs, which offer a profound insight into the city’s popular spirituality and social memory.

In Via San Gregorio Armeno, the spirit of Christmas is felt throughout the year: it is here that one can discover the charm of nativity scenes, whose figures are handcrafted by skilled artisans working with clay. What’s wonderful is discovering who has gained enough fame to become the “star” of each year’s nativity scene.

Before leaving the city, it’s nice to wander through the Spanish Quarter and explore the “wall that screams,” a blend of street art and real life. Another must-visit is the Doll Hospital: it isn’t a store but a restoration workshop from the 1800s, where artisanal care challenges the culture of disposability.

To recharge with oxygen and enjoy stunning views, one can climb to Eremo dei Camaldoli, at 458 meters above sea level: the panorama of the Gulf provides the best “battery check” for the spirit.

The Unexpected Campania

Leaving the coast for Irpinia takes you to the region’s green, mountainous heart. If Naples is melody, Irpinia is Punk: it rebels against the classic image of Campania by offering a wild and untamed experience. This is not a place for tourists but for true travelers. An 80% battery charge for a Tesla Model 3 is more than sufficient for the planned stops.

Ghost Towns and Resilience

The 1980 earthquake left deep scars, which have now been turned into open-air museums! The towns worth visiting are typically 100 km away from the regional capital.

The first stop is Apice Vecchia. The quiet roads lead to a town suspended in time. Its ruined walls create a mystical atmosphere. Near Apice Vecchia, just before the fortress, there is a Fast charging station operated by Eni Plenitude where you can recharge if needed during your visit.

You should also visit Conza Vecchia (116 km) or Melito Irpino (90 km), silent witnesses to a broken history, in stark contrast to revived towns like Zungoli (110 km) and the colorful houses of Calitri (108 km), famous for its ceramics.

And what about dining? The taste of tradition

Irpinia is emerging as a top destination for authentic enogastronomic tourism. It’s a land to be experienced through its wines, renowned for their high mineral content, and the Caciocavallo Podolico cheese. Every stop is like an outdoor cooking class. Every bite tells the story of a family and a region that deserves respect and should not be confused with others.

The trip concludes in Benevento. Just outside the city, it’s recommended to make a wonderful stop to try delicious buffalo mozzarella. Here, every small local business produces gastronomic treasures with an indescribable flavor.

There are numerous charging stations throughout the area, and at some of them you can try Tesla Multipass, which allowed us to start charging simply by tapping in the vehicle’s card for the first time.

Why this trip works well with an EV?

With a total distance of 224 km, this loop can be covered with a single charge by most modern electric cars. However, Electric-Trips recommends taking it over 3 days. Slowing down is the key to discovering Naples’ charming neighborhoods and the resilient towns in Irpinia.

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