SS18 from Sapri to Acquafredda, an Italian road for James Bond

Spanning the Campania and Basilicata regions of Italy, the iconic Strada Statale 18 from Sapri to Acquafredda is one of the most beautiful drives in the world. The road has been featured in movies, high-end auto commercials, and advertisements.

SS18 from Sapri to Acquafredda

Where is Strada Statale 18?

Strada Statale 18 (SS 18) Tirrena Inferiore is located right on the Tyrrhenian Sea, on the southwestern part of the country, spanning the province of Salerno in the Campania region and the province of Potenza in the Basilicata region.

How long is Strada Statale 18 from Sapri to Acquafredda?

Part of the Strada Statale 18 Tirrena Inferiore, an Italian state road connecting Campania and Calabria, the drive is entirely paved, carved on the cliffs, right on the edge of the sea. The most iconic part is 8.0 km (4.97 miles) long, running north-south from Sapri to Acquafredda. The road is really fun, with many bends. However, it is a bit narrow, so take care with oncoming traffic and when overtaking.

When was Strada Statale 18 built?

Located at the extreme south of the coast of Maratea, the road runs along the Tyrrhenian Sea. It was built in 1928 and highly modified in 1953. This route is not recommended if your passengers are prone to car sickness. It is one of the most beautiful roads in the country, both for the breathtaking views it offers and from the point of view of the engineering solutions found to tackle the really difficult orography of the place.

Where was The Bond 25 movie No Time to Die filmed?

The road is now in great demand as a film set for numerous television commercials for the European market of prestigious car manufacturers such as Porsche. The road was the set for a scene in The Bond 25 movie No Time to Die. The scenic spot pictured is Torre dei Crivi, a 16th-century defensive tower that appears again at the end of the film. The Bond 25 movie No Time to Die is Daniel Craig's final appearance as 007 after playing Ian Fleming's character in Casino Royale, Quantum of Solace, Skyfall, and Spectre.

 

 

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