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The best running trails in Matera

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Running in Matera is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Matera—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: December 8, 2025

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1. I sassi di Matera - loop tour

11.5km

01:28

320m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Lake San Giuliano

15.8km

01:45

150m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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3. Sassi di Matera – View of the Sassi di Matera loop from Matera

5.78km

00:50

230m

220m

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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4. Sassi di Matera – View of the Sassi di Matera loop from Matera Centrale

11.1km

01:19

260m

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5. Piazza San Pietro Caveoso – View of the Sassi di Matera loop from Matera Sud

11.1km

01:25

310m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6. View of the Sassi di Matera – Sassi di Matera loop from Piccianello

10.1km

01:17

270m

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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7. Piazza San Pietro Caveoso – Ancient Ruins of Matera loop from Centro Storico

9.01km

01:13

320m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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8. Piazza San Pietro Caveoso – Ancient Ruins of Matera loop from Matera Sud

23.4km

03:02

620m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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9. View of the Sassi di Matera – Sassi di Matera loop from Pini

6.20km

00:43

150m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. View of the Sassi di Matera – Piazza San Pietro Caveoso loop from Centro Storico

5.77km

00:48

240m

250m

Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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The best running trails in Matera

1. I sassi di Matera - loop tour

2. Lake San Giuliano

3. Sassi di Matera – View of the Sassi di Matera loop from Matera

4. Sassi di Matera – View of the Sassi di Matera loop from Matera Centrale

5. Piazza San Pietro Caveoso – View of the Sassi di Matera loop from Matera Sud

6. View of the Sassi di Matera – Sassi di Matera loop from Piccianello

7. Piazza San Pietro Caveoso – Ancient Ruins of Matera loop from Centro Storico

8. Piazza San Pietro Caveoso – Ancient Ruins of Matera loop from Matera Sud

9. View of the Sassi di Matera – Sassi di Matera loop from Pini

10. View of the Sassi di Matera – Piazza San Pietro Caveoso loop from Centro Storico

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