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On the old railroad in Castelluccio Superiore

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On the old railroad in Castelluccio Superiore

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On the old railroad in Castelluccio Superiore

02:29

35.9km

670m

Cycling

The tour begins at Lake Sirino, a natural jewel nestled in a karst sinkhole, perfect for a moment of relaxation before setting off. From here, the itinerary transforms into a fascinating journey back in time, following the route of the historic Lagonegro-Spezzano Albanese narrow-gauge railway. Along the way, you'll encounter…

by Bici in Comune

Last updated: December 19, 2025

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Parco Nazionale dell'Appennino Lucano-Val d'Agri-Lagonegrese

Parco Nazionale del Pollino

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573 m

Lake Sirino

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Lake Sirino is not artificial, but a souvenir of an ancient lake in the Valle del Noce. The waters are enclosed in a sinkhole. A very suggestive place!

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11.3 km

Former Lauria station

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The old Lauria station is part of the historic Lagonegro-Spezzano Albanese narrow-gauge line, inaugurated in sections between 1915 and 1931 and operating until the 1970s. This branch of the railway …

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24.1 km

Railway Bridge Path

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The Iron Bridge of the old Lauria railway, located near the Lauria Alta cemetery, owes its name to its proximity to this site. This metal bridge is a historical reminder …

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26.0 km

Castelluccio Superiore

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Castelluccio Superiore, nestled in the picturesque Mercure Valley, welcomes you with a historic center brimming with medieval charm, cobbled alleys, and panoramic views of the Pollino National Park. Strolling among …

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33.7 km

Ecoidal gallery

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It is a masterpiece of early twentieth-century railway engineering.
The Castelluccio Superiore Helical Tunnel, 485.59 meters long, is one of the very few spiral tunnels in Italy. Built between 1915 …

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35.9 km

Mural in Piazza San Nicola

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The mural in Castelluccio Inferiore is truly special: it is not a simple decorative fresco, but a 3D anamorphic work that blends memory, landscape, and visual illusionism.

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Way Types & Surfaces

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19.0 km

11.1 km

4.35 km

1.24 km

262 m

Surfaces

23.4 km

11.0 km

1.50 km

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Highest point (840 m)

Lowest point (470 m)

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Tuesday 1 September

28°C

20°C

30 %

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November 18, 2025

The tour begins at Lake Sirino, a natural jewel nestled in a karst sinkhole, perfect for a moment of relaxation before setting off. From here, the itinerary transforms into a fascinating journey back in time, following the route of the historic Lagonegro-Spezzano Albanese narrow-gauge railway. Along

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On the old railroad in Castelluccio Superiore

Lake Sirino

Former Lauria station

Railway Bridge Path

Castelluccio Superiore

Ecoidal gallery

Mural in Piazza San Nicola

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