Lake Agnano, Naples

#314 among attractions in Naples

Nature, Lake, Natural attraction

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Facts and practical information

Lago di Agnano or Lake Agnano was a circular lake, some 6½ km in circumference, which occupied the crater of the extinct volcano of Agnano 8 km west of Naples, Italy. It was apparently not formed until the Middle Ages, as it is not mentioned by ancient writers; it was drained in 1870. ()

Local name: Lago di Agnano Elevation: 7 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°49'47"N, 14°10'14"E

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Municipalità 10 (Fuorigrotta)Naples Italy

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Lake Agnano – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, Zoo di Napoli, Fountain of the Esedra, Edenlandia.

1.2 miE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, Naples
30 min walk • The Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, formerly known as Stadio San Paolo, is a renowned sport venue situated in the vibrant city of Naples, Italy. This iconic stadium is not only a testament to the city's passionate love affair with football but also a tribute to one of...
0.7 miSE
Zoo
Zoo di Napoli, Naples
17 min walk • The Zoo di Napoli, nestled in the vibrant city of Naples, Italy, stands as an oasis of biodiversity and an educational hub for animal lovers and conservationists alike. This zoological garden, established in 1949, has been a cherished institution for generations...
0.9 miE
Fountain
Fountain of the Esedra, Naples
23 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Naples, Italy, the Fountain of the Esedra stands as a majestic landmark that captivates both locals and tourists alike. This grandiose fountain, an emblem of Neapolitan artistic expression, is not just a mere water feature but a symbol of the...
0.8 miSE
Amusement, Theme park, Playground
Edenlandia, Naples
22 min walk • Edenlandia is an amusement park in Naples located on Viale Kennedy in the Fuorigrotta district.
~1680 ftNW
Cave
Cave of Dogs, Naples
9 min walk • The Cave of Dogs is a small cave near Naples that contains carbon dioxide. Dogs held inside would faint; at one time this was a tourist attraction.
0.8 miSE
Watersports, Swimming pool
Piscina Scandone, Naples
20 min walk • Felice Scandone swimming pool is an infrastructural complex for swimming activities in Naples.
1.5 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Agnano, Pozzuoli
39 min walk • Agnano is a suburb of Napoli, Italy, situated southwest of the city in the Campi Flegrei region. It was popular among both ancient Greeks and Romans and was famed for its hot sulphurous springs.
0.9 miSE
Observatories and planetariums
Vesuvius Observatory, Naples
24 min walk • The Vesuvius Observatory is the surveillance centre for monitoring the three volcanic areas of Campania, Italy: Mount Vesuvius, the Phlegrean Fields and Ischia.
1.6 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Riserva Naturale Cratere degli Astroni, Pozzuoli
40 min walk • The Cratere degli Astroni nature reserve is a protected natural area located in the municipalities of Pozzuoli and Naples, in the metropolitan city of Naples. The reserve was established by the Ministry of the Environment in 1987, managed by WWF...
0.7 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
PalaBarbuto, Naples
18 min walk • PalaBarbuto, also known by its sponsorship name of PalaEldo, is an indoor sporting arena located in Naples, Italy. The facility is located in Viale Giochi del Mediterraneo, in close proximity to the Olympic swimming pool Scandone.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lake Agnano?

Nearby attractions include Cave of Dogs, Naples (9 min walk), Zoo di Napoli, Naples (17 min walk), Edenlandia, Naples (22 min walk), Fountain of the Esedra, Naples (23 min walk).

How to get to Lake Agnano by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lake Agnano:

Bus

Agnano Astroni - Terme • Lines: 502, 503, C5 (6 min walk)
Astroni Scarfoglio • Lines: 502, 503, C5 (8 min walk)

Train

Bagnoli-Agnano Terme (19 min walk)
Agnano (23 min walk)