Il tratturo Lucera-Castel di Sangro da Campobasso – giro ad anello

Embark on a moderate mountain biking trip along the historic "Il tratturo Lucera-Castel di Sangro da Campobasso – giro ad anello." This 26.8-mile (43.1 km) loop, with 2307 feet (703 metres) of elevation gain, takes about 3 hours and 3 minutes to complete. You will ride through a mix of grassy paths, dirt roads, farm tracks, and some paved sections, requiring good physical training and advanced riding skills. As you pedal, you'll pass silent hills, limestone meadows, and ancient woods, encountering medieval castles, Samnite towers, and isolated fountains along the way.

To best enjoy this journey, plan your visit during May-June or September-October when conditions are ideal. The varied terrain means some parts might require you to push your bike, so a mountain bike with tubeless tires is recommended for optimal riding. This loop starts from Campobasso, offering an authentic glimpse into a less-traveled part of Italy.

This trail follows an ancient "tratturo," a drovers' road historically used for transhumance, connecting Abruzzo, Molise, and Puglia. Cycling these historic grass paths, some dating back to 1447, means traversing a "green thread that connects the past and present." You will experience the hidden beauty of Molise within the MAB Collemeluccio-Montedimezzo Reserve, pedaling through a cultural landscape rich with wildflowers, traditional farmhouses, and watermills.