The best walks and hikes in Matera
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Basilicata? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of hikes and walking routes in Matera to bring you the best hiking routes in the region. To see which of our walks in Matera is the right one for you, browse real tips and photos uploaded by other hikers—and see what they had to say about each walk.
Last updated: October 19, 2025
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1. Scenic walk around Matera – loop tour
11.2km
03:24
350m
350m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
4.3
(33)
136
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2. The Rocks of Matera - Ring Tour
11.6km
03:27
330m
330m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.0
(3)
9
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3. The historic center of Matera - loop tour
2.45km
00:40
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
3.5
(8)
31
hikers
4. I Calanchi di Montalbano Jonico - ring tour
4.80km
01:35
210m
220m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.0
(2)
13
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Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4
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6. Lake San Giuliano
15.8km
04:11
150m
150m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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7. From Montescaglioso to Difesella – loop tour
9.09km
02:47
320m
320m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.6
(114)
987
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8. View of Matera – View from the caves loop from Pini
5.02km
01:42
230m
230m
Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
9. The ghost town of Craco - loop tour
1.36km
00:23
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.8
(70)
701
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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