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Grottole – Historic Center of Grottole loop from Pomarico

Grottole – Historic Center of Grottole loop from Pomarico

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Grottole – Historic Center of Grottole loop from Pomarico

02:29

48.7km

740m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 27, 2026

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20.7 km

Chiesa Diruta

Highlight • Religious Site

The church of Saints Luca and Giuliano, also known as Chiesa Diruta, was an important place of worship in Grottole, in the province of Matera. Built starting in 1509, the church quickly became the religious hub of the local community. However, fate reserved for it an irreparable collapse due to an earthquake, leading to its definitive abandonment.

Despite the challenges of time, its ancient splendor endures in the remains that today we call the Ruined Church. This ruin, testimony to the past and its historical and artistic value, is the subject of efforts in the 21st century for its maintenance and partial recovery. A place that continues to inspire residents and visitors alike, offering an inspiring glimpse into the history and resilience of this community.

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21.4 km

Grottole

Highlight • Settlement

Surreal village, during a cycle-trip in Basilicata it is a must to visit it.

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21.4 km

Historic Center of Grottole

Highlight • Historical Site

Grottole presents itself as a village divided into two distinct parts: the ancient part, full of cobbled streets and historic buildings that narrate the history of the community, and the modern part, more functional and contemporary. While the old Grottole enchants with its timeless charm and its authenticity rooted in history, the new Grottole offers a vision of the growth and evolution of the city. The contrast between the two parts adds a unique element to the experience of visiting Grottole, highlighting the diversity and coexistence of past and present.

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33.8 km

Malconsiglio Castle of Miglionico

Highlight • Castle

Beautiful village in the province of Matera at 461 m.s.l.m. overlooking the (artificial) lake of San Giuliano, it is known for the events of the Malconsiglio castle where the barons conspired against King Ferdinand I of Naples. From the west side you arrive with a nice pedalable climb that in about 5 km leads to the town.

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34.1 km

Malconsiglio Castle of Miglionico

Highlight • Castle

With its imposing parallelogram structure and flanked by seven towers, the Malconsiglio Castle stands out in the center of Miglionico, on top of a cliff from which it dominates the entire Bradano Valley. Built starting from the 7th-9th century, it is known to have been the theater of the Conspiracy of the Barons, in 1485.

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