The city of Matera and its sassi — ring tour

Bike touring routes & trails

Italy

Basilicata

Matera

The city of Matera and its sassi — ring tour

Moderate

4.3

(15)

116

riders

The city of Matera and its sassi — ring tour

01:35

21.3km

390m

Cycling

Embark on a touring bicycle adventure through "The city of Matera and its sassi — ring tour," a moderate ride spanning 13.2 miles (21.3 km) with an elevation gain of 1278 feet (390 metres). This route, typically completed in about 1 hour and 35 minutes, guides you through Matera's ancient…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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672 m

View of Matera's Sassi

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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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3.35 km

Viewpoint over the Gravina and the Matera Murgia

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Breathtaking view of the landscape

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11.3 km

Panoramic view of Matera and the Gravina

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The view of the city of Matera and its stones is nothing short of stunning, then just turn around a bit to be immersed in an ancient rock village made …

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13.2 km

Neolithic village on the Murgia Timone

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Beautiful archaeological site of a fortified Neolithic village. On the Murgia Timone a stone's throw from the Belvedere sui sassi.
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20.1 km

View of Matera

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Matera from below. Definitely worth experiencing 👍

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20.1 km

Vittorio Veneto Square

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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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20.3 km

Ferdinandea Fountain, Matera

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So we admire the injustice of the past

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21.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.9 km

3.46 km

2.90 km

1.12 km

927 m

Surfaces

13.5 km

3.61 km

2.37 km

1.72 km

109 m

Elevation

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Highest point (420 m)

Lowest point (320 m)

Weather

Thursday 12 November

23°C

16°C

31 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

May 25, 2023,Fahrradtour zur Felsenkapelle „Chiesa Madonna delle Tre porte“

The way was a bit difficult (down, up, down, up) but the magnificent view of Matera makes up for it absolutely. The rock chapel is completely barred. You can only take photos.

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