Naples
Passionate, historic and one of Europe's most authentic cities.
Why Naples?
Founded by the ancient Greeks more than 2,700 years ago, Naples has been shaped by successive waves of civilisation, from the Romans and the Byzantines to the Normans, the Spanish and the Bourbons, each leaving its mark on a city of extraordinary architectural richness and cultural complexity. The historic centre of Naples is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the most densely layered urban landscapes in the world, where baroque churches, underground Greek and Roman ruins, vibrant street markets and some of the finest pizza on earth coexist in a state of creative, chaotic brilliance. For education professionals, Naples offers something genuinely unique. The city's traditions of popular education, community learning and cultural resilience make it a powerful context for courses on inclusion, cultural heritage, community-centred pedagogy and social-emotional learning.
Naples is a city that demands engagement. It is loud, beautiful, challenging and deeply human. Participants who come to Naples expecting merely a backdrop for their professional development leave with something far more profound: a renewed sense of what education means at its most fundamental level.
Why Train in Naples?
A UNESCO World Heritage Historic Centre
The historic centre of Naples is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most extraordinary urban landscapes in Europe. Its layers of Greek, Roman, medieval and baroque architecture, its underground ruins and its vibrant street life create an environment of remarkable cultural density and richness.
The Proximity of Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast
Naples is the gateway to some of the most extraordinary natural and historical sites in the world. Pompeii and Herculaneum are under an hour away by train. The Amalfi Coast, one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in Europe, is easily reached for a cultural excursion.
A City of Educational and Cultural Resilience
Naples has a powerful tradition of popular education, community learning and cultural activism that makes it a uniquely inspiring destination for education professionals interested in the relationship between learning, community and social change.
Getting to Naples
Naples International Airport (NAP) is served by direct flights from most major European cities, including numerous low-cost routes. The airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the city centre and connected by direct shuttle. Naples is also well served by high-speed rail from Rome (approximately 1 hour 10 minutes) and other major Italian cities.
Cultural Highlights
A selection of the experiences that make Naples such a memorable destination for our participants.
The Historic Centre and the Underground City
The streets of the historic centre of Naples are among the most atmospheric in Europe, layered with two and a half millennia of history. Beneath the city lies an extraordinary network of Greek and Roman tunnels, cisterns and catacombs that can be explored on guided tours.
Pompeii and Herculaneum
The Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, preserved by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD, are among the most extraordinary archaeological sites in the world and easily reached from Naples by direct train. They are among the most popular cultural excursions in our network.
Neapolitan Pizza and Food Culture
Naples is the birthplace of pizza, and Neapolitan pizza is a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Beyond pizza, Neapolitan cuisine is one of the richest and most celebrated in Italy, and sharing a meal in a traditional Neapolitan restaurant is one of the social highlights of every course week.
Mount Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples
The view of the Bay of Naples with Mount Vesuvius in the background is one of the most iconic landscapes in Europe. A walk or drive up the lower slopes of the volcano, with the bay spread out below, is an unforgettable experience that stays with participants long after the course ends.
Courses Available in Naples
All 32 of our school education professional development courses are available in Naples. Browse the full catalogue to find the right course for your Erasmus+ project.
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