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Abbey of San Michele and Monticchio Lakes
DiscoverPlaces to seeLakesItalyBasilicataPotenzaRionero In Vulture
Abbey of San Michele and Monticchio Lakes
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Abbey of San Michele and Monticchio Lakes
Mountain biking
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Cycling is not permitted at this location
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Leo
September 8, 2021
Mountain biking
The Monticchio lakes are located on the southwestern slopes of Mount Vulture, an ancient volcano, and are the main attraction of the place. The Piccolo lake has an underwater spring and through a stream it feeds the Great lake. Pedaloes can be rented. There are restaurants, bars and souvenir vendors. There are picnic areas. To visit the ruins of the abbey of Sant’Ippolito, the abbey of San Michele and set up on the first two floors of the Abbey, the Museum of Monticchio. There are many paths for hiking and mountain biking.
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Francop
June 20, 2023
Mountain biking
The tour of the small lake is accessible to everyone without specific equipment. The abbey of San Michele perched on the slope of Mount Vulture and reflected in the lake is a spectacle, especially on days when the weather is flat and the lake becomes a mirror.
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Elevation 680 m
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