LEMONS ARE YELLOW ONLY BETWEEN FEBRUARY AND JULY.
The Amalfi Lemon Tour takes place in the unique scenario of the Amalfi Historical Garden, a typical example of terrace farming of the Amalfi Coast. These are not “standard” gardens, it's actually a vertical farming, very hard to preserve. The sun rays filter through the branches and the atmosphere is so spectacular that it leaves you breathless and makes you feel connected with the spirit of Nature and the hard work of men over the centuries.
Terraced gardens and pergolas built with chestnut wood of local forests, ancient cisterns and water channels built to make water accessible to these places from crystal-clear high springs… are all unique elements that contribute to make these gardens a great example of sustainable agriculture and natural engineering. The typical gardens of the Amalfi Coast are interspersed with ancient stairways, built by hand as well as the “macerine” stone walls that are real containers of earth and rocks from terrace to terrace.
To be welcomed to the Historical Garden there is just one rule: you must be a Nature lover, in one word: a naturophile [classic latin: natura «nature, origin», ancient greek: ϕιλία «love, affinity»].
Lemons feel it whether you love them or not. Their rough and twisted branches are equipped with thorns and they let themselves be picked willingly only by those who know how to handle them. It all depends on how you approach the tree: the difference is abysmal, try to believe!
Our philosophy has very ancient roots, the peasant civilisation made up of wise farmers was based on balance. Everything had its role and could be reused, biodiversity was thus guaranteed, and their life was fully sustainable.
During the Lemon Tour you will learn that there are many benefits of adopting a mindset that embraces this philosophy: respect, gratitude, wonder, and the human ability to make the most of organic quality and a simple life, these are the pillars of a superior psychophysical well-being.
There are no concrete roads or platforms into our gardens and under our lemon trees. We are very keen to ensure that concrete does not disfigure the natural beauty of these places.
The Amalfi coast is full of stairs, this is nothing new. Well but, how did the ancient farmers use to carry lemons from the top of their farms? On the backs of mules and with their own feet, taking the baskets full of lemons on their shoulders. Women were involved in this hard work!
Here at the Historical Garden we have different varieties of lemons. You will learn more about the very famous Sfusato lemon and other varieties during the Lemon Tour.
During the Lemon Tour we take a relaxing break with a stunning view overlooking Amalfi and its blue sea. You will taste: organic lemonade, Limoncello and lemon cake.
