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Scenic walk around Matera – loop tour
03:24
11.2km
350m
Hiking
The Scenic walk around Matera – loop tour offers a moderately challenging hike through the unique landscape surrounding Matera. You will traverse the deep Gravina ravine, rocky limestone cliffs, and elevated plateaus, providing diverse perspectives of the historic city. The trail, which is 6.9 miles (11.2 km) long with 1143…
Last updated: April 23, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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1.24 km
Scale model of Matera
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1.56 km
Church of Saints Peter and Paul (San Pietro Caveoso), Matera
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2.53 km
Suspension bridge over the Gravina
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3.38 km
Panoramic view of Matera
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4.55 km
Rock Church of San Vito
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7.00 km
Ancient Ruins of Matera
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11.2 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
6.38 km
2.56 km
717 m
666 m
528 m
346 m
Surfaces
6.38 km
1.27 km
1.24 km
1.19 km
1.11 km
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Elevation
Highest point (420 m)
Lowest point (290 m)
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Trail Reviews
Nice route, characterized by two crossings of the Gravina stream, one of which (the second) is a little difficult!
Very nice views over Matera. But the loop goes quite far North East without too much added value; it is also hard to follow as there are no markings. The canyon and belvedere are definitely worth it!
Following Komoot's suggestion. But be careful: towards the end of the hike you have to cross the stream in the gorge again, which I found difficult on dry feet.
To do, take water beforehand because it is impossible to refuel on the way.
The first part of the hike is what most people do. Because of the caves and the churches. The caves are not worth the effort in my opinion. They smell unfortunately (misappropriation as a toilet). The churches are not accessible (which is understandable). The second part of the tour is very quiet, but in my opinion more beautiful and worthwhile.
Note: A circular hike from the Kartodrom campsite is actually a good option (outward along the southeast side of the gorge and back along the northwest side, or vice versa). However, you must pay attention to the river level, as it needs to be crossed on the northwest-side path! On our hike, the river was too high, so we hiked both outward and back on the same side.
I think this beautiful tour covers everything that is worth seeing there.