Matino, a region in the heart of Salento, Italy, features a landscape characterized by rolling terrain, expansive olive groves, and picturesque vineyards. This diverse geography, combined with its proximity to the Ionian Sea, provides a varied environment for outdoor pursuits. The area offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
Matino offers more than 50 routes for outdoor activities, catering to various interests and skill levels. These routes…
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Average rating
878
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4.7
(41)
149
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(7)
51
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(6)
30
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
hikers
12.8km
03:21
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(3)
39
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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17
riders
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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14
riders
37.5km
02:45
270m
270m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

13
riders
61.7km
04:11
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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19
riders
31.9km
02:06
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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22
riders
136km
08:21
860m
860m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
riders
54.9km
03:46
340m
340m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
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15
riders
46.7km
03:26
450m
450m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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27
riders
59.4km
02:30
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

10
riders
60.6km
02:45
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

7
riders
75.3km
03:04
340m
340m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
53.2km
02:10
230m
230m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4
runners
12.9km
01:23
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
runners
7.91km
00:50
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
11.1km
01:14
140m
140m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

3
runners
5.14km
00:33
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

7
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
45.1km
02:41
150m
150m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Matino offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features rolling terrain, olive groves, and vineyards, providing diverse landscapes for exploration. There are more than 50 routes available for various interests and skill levels.
Matino features 58 routes for outdoor activities. These routes have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on more than 1,000 ratings. Over 11,000 visitors have shared their experiences on these routes.
Yes, komoot provides a dedicated guide for hiking in the region. This guide offers detailed information and routes for exploring the area on foot. Find more details in the Hiking around Matino guide.
Matino is well-suited for various cycling activities, including touring, road, and mountain biking. Routes often traverse olive groves, vineyards, and extend towards the Ionian Sea coast. Specific komoot guides are available for Road Cycling Routes around Matino, MTB Trails around Matino, and Gravel biking around Matino.
Routes in Matino feature varied terrain, including rolling hills, expansive olive groves, and picturesque vineyards. Some cycling routes extend towards the Ionian Sea coast, offering coastal views. The region's historic centers and agricultural landscapes are also part of the route experience.
Yes, Matino offers routes specifically for jogging and running. There are 16 jogging routes available in the region. A dedicated guide provides more information on these trails: Running Trails around Matino.
Matino's routes pass through areas with religious buildings, historical sites, and man-made monuments. The region's historic center is a medieval village with narrow streets and alleys. Natural features include olive groves, vineyards, and rocky canals known as “the Universe” and “the Real”.
The region includes sections of longer routes, such as the Santa Maria al Bagno Beach – Gallipoli Old Town and Harbor loop, which is approximately 100.5 miles (161.7 km). Another option is the Ducal Palace of Ruffano – Castello di Supersano loop, covering about 39.2 miles (63.1 km). These routes connect coastal areas with historic towns.
Routes in Matino can be found on komoot, which aggregates various outdoor activities. Users can filter by sport, difficulty, and other preferences. The region's komoot page provides access to all available routes and guides.
Yes, the network of routes around Matino includes options of easy, moderate, and difficult levels. This accommodates various fitness levels and preferences across sports like cycling and hiking. The average rating of 4.4 stars indicates a generally positive experience for users.
Matino is a suggestive medieval village characterized by its historic center with narrow streets and alleys. These are built with the typical white stones of Puglia, offering a unique urban landscape. The village is situated between two rocky canals, known as “the Universe” and “the Real”.
Many cycling routes from Matino extend towards the Ionian Sea coast, providing scenic coastal views. There has been a project to connect Matino to Gallipoli and the Isola di Sant'Andrea and Costa di Punta Pizzo Regional Park via a cycle path, promoting access to the sea.

