Best Cycling Routes in Matera
Discover the city on two wheels. We've mapped out 3 beautiful cycling routes suited for every skill level, with a diverse set of views along the way.



HISTORICAL •PANORAMIC •TRAILMurgia Materana Plateau Trail
Sentiero della Murgia MateranaIf you want to fully comprehend the scale and spectacular setting of the Sassi, you must view them from across the gorge. This bike ride combines physical exertion with the most iconic, unforgettable visual rewards the region has to offer.Loading map of 4 stops...5.8km26 mModerateview route

LAKESIDE •NATURE •RURALSan Giuliano Lake Loop
Giro del Lago di San GiulianoThis route provides a vital escape into greenery and water, elements that are largely absent within the city itself. It allows visitors to appreciate the broader agricultural and natural landscape of the region while enjoying a low impact, deeply scenic physical activity.Loading map of 4 stops...26.1km1 h 28 mEasyview route

HISTORICAL •RURAL •VALLEYAppian Way Traces
Tracce della Via AppiaThis ride perfectly combines outdoor exercise with high level cultural discovery. It takes you off the beaten tourist track and immerses you in the agricultural and historical roots that have sustained this area for thousands of years.Loading map of 4 stops...21.6km1 h 24 mModerateview route
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