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Italy

Basilicata

Matera

View of Matera's Sassi – Sassi of Matera loop from Parcheggio Clienti GrifoGas Carburanti

Routes

Bike touring routes & trails

Italy

Basilicata

Matera

View of Matera's Sassi – Sassi of Matera loop from Parcheggio Clienti GrifoGas Carburanti

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View of Matera's Sassi – Sassi of Matera loop from Parcheggio Clienti GrifoGas Carburanti

03:41

51.3km

800m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 5, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 39.5 km for 170 m

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34.7 km

Ascent on Via Montescaglioso

Highlight • Climb

Long climb to reach Matera South. Along the route it is possible to deviate towards the "Villaggio Saraceno" rock complex, which can be explored partly by bike and partly on foot.

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37.5 km

View of Matera's Sassi

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this famous panoramic view it is possible to admire the old city as well as the now famous Sassi of Matera.

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37.8 km

Sedile Square

Highlight • Settlement

Beautiful little square dominated by the façade of the E. Duni Conservatory. The ideal place to have a breakfast or an aperitif in the center, a stone's throw from the Duomo.

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38.0 km

Piazza Duomo and Matera Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

The square in front of the Cathedral of Maria SS della Bruna enjoys a wonderful view of the stones. Various tourist routes also start from here and must be done strictly on foot.

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38.2 km

Sassi of Matera

Highlight • Historical Site

Through a portico made of three round arches, we enter a small terrace dedicated to the Italian painter Luigi Guerricchio, born in Matera. There is a panoramic view of old Matera from here.

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39.5 km

Historic Center of Matera

Highlight • Historical Site

One of the most impressive cities I've ever been to! Definitely take your time and explore the city. Gigantic!

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39.6 km

Vittorio Veneto Square

Highlight • Settlement

Main square of Matera. It overlooks Palazzo Lanfranchi, has a spectacular panoramic point on the Sassi and is the access to the Palombaro Lungo ancient underground cistern for the accumulation …

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