Monte Nuovo, Volcanic crater in Pozzuoli, Italy.
Monte Nuovo is a volcanic cone in Pozzuoli that rises about 140 meters above the surrounding landscape with a circular crater core made of tephrite material. The hill sits near Lake Lucrino and is crossed by paths that lead visitors to various viewpoints.
The cone formed during an eight-day eruption in 1538 that buried the medieval village of Tripergole and its thermal springs under volcanic deposits. This event was the first time European observers documented a volcanic eruption in detailed accounts.
Visitors today explore the crater landscape and observe the Mediterranean plants that have colonized the volcanic slopes. The paths across the cone show how nature reclaims land shaped by fire.
The cone is reachable from Pozzuoli via marked trails and offers good conditions for exploring volcanic structures. The climb is moderate on most routes, and visitors should wear sturdy footwear to walk safely over the uneven ground.
Buried beneath this cone is the completely entombed settlement of Tripergole, whose exact location remains unknown to this day. Researchers and visitors can only speculate about where the remains of the village and its famous baths actually lie.
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