マラテアのおすすめウォーキング＆ハイキングルート

From the train station up to the historic center, it's quite a climb, but the effort is worthwhile – even if you're not going to see the Christ the Redeemer statue. Beautiful streets and squares. There are supposed to be 44 churches, but most of them are probably closed.

A 21-meter-high statue has stood atop Monte San Biagio since 1965. It is considered a landmark of Maratea. However, its erection was controversial among local politicians at the time. Originally, an iron cross stood on this spot, commemorating the defense against Napoleon's troops in 1806. It was later replaced by this statue of Jesus, whose face does not bear the typical features of Jesus, as his hair and beard are short. He looks more like an angel—a savior who points with open arms to the Creator in heaven and with both feet firmly planted on the ground, symbolizing the acceptance of sinners.

There are four ways to get there: the most classic is by car. Two trails lead north (through the Holm Oak Forest) and south (via the Via di San Biagio). The final, more adventurous option is the via ferrata that starts shortly after the start of the Via di San Biagio.

on rainy days its atrium is an excellent shelter from the elements

For the more adventurous, this is an alternative and "steep" route to be done only if well equipped towards Christ

Train station, an excellent arrival/departure point for exploring Campania, Basilicata, and the Tyrrhenian Calabria. Excellent connections to Salerno, Naples, and Reggio Calabria.

A very impressive statue (about 20 meters tall) high above the sea (about 600 meters). Great view of the sea and the coast.

Great road to the Christ of Maratea. The final hairpin bends are truly spectacular, built on concrete stilts. The climb is pleasant, not too steep. From the top, you have breathtaking views of the sea and the coast. Absolutely worth it.