アクイロニアのおすすめツーリングルート

September 23, 2025 The picnic area is now nonexistent, everything is destroyed and abandoned, including the lake, which has almost become a puddle. It was truly sad to see all this. I went eight years ago, and everything was different. The area, once well-kept and maintained, is now populated by flies, horseflies, hornets, and a total wasteland.

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A small disused but well-kept station with an adjacent very characteristic iron bridge.

Melfi, in Basilicata, boasts a rich medieval past having been the first Norman capital in southern Italy and residence of Frederick II, who promulgated the Constitutions of Melfi here. The city is home to the famous Melfi Castle, built by the Normans and witness to significant historical events. Today, Melfi retains its historical and architectural charm, with traces of different dominations that have marked its history.

Dating back to the Norman period, the castle of Melfi stands out over the city and is clearly visible from this point.

Picnic area on the lake: a perfect area for a relaxing break, there are tables and benches where you can lean on.

On these lands, at the time of Frederick II of Swabia, wheat was grown and an unusual activity was practiced: the collection of vulture feathers to make the tail of crossbow darts. The name of the country seems to evoke great birds and imperial splendor

Here after the tour you can cool off with a local craft beer !!