Trekking in Matera: from the Gravina to the Murgia Timone viewpoint
Walk in the rocky landscape and observe Matera from an unforgettable perspective
Cross the Gravina of Matera and reach the plateau of Murgia Timone. An excursion among rock, nature, ancient settlements and breathtaking views over the Sassi.
Experience available throughout the year, on reservation and depending on the conditions of the paths. Summer departures should preferably be scheduled in the early morning hours or in the late afternoon.
The programme of the trek in the Matera Murgia
- Departure from Hotel San Nicola or meeting in Matera
- Transfer to the starting point of the route
- Meeting with the environmental hiking guide
- Presentation of the itinerary and safety rules
- Introduction to the Gravina of Matera
- Account of the formation of the karst landscape
- Panoramic observation of the Sassi districts
- Start of the walk
- Descent along the path, if provided by the chosen formula
- Crossing of the Gravina along the authorised route
- Ascent towards the plateau of Murgia Timone
- Observation of the caves and rock settlements
- Account of the relationship between humans, rock and water
- Possible external visit to a rock church
- Walk along the plateau
- Stop at the Murgia Timone viewpoint
- Panoramic view over the Civita and the Sassi
- Break dedicated to photography
- Return along the planned route
- Conclusion of the excursion
Choose the most suitable route
- Simple panoramic route on the Murgia Timone plateau
- Nature route suitable also for families
- Trekking in the Gravina with descent and ascent
- Path from Porta Pistola to Murgia Timone
- Guided visit of the rocky landscape
- Accompaniment by an environmental hiking guide
- Stops at the panoramic viewpoints
- Possible guided visit to a rock church
- Possibility to add a picnic
- Possibility to add a tasting of Lucanian products
- Possibility to request a shuttle
- Possibility to request transport from Hotel San Nicola
Useful information
- Duration of the simple panoramic route: about 2 hours
- Duration of the full trek: from 2 hours and 30 minutes to 4 hours
- Indicative length of Path 406: about 6 kilometres
- Difficulty of Path 406: medium according to the Park classification
- Difficulty of the panoramic route on the plateau: easy or simple hiking
- Price of the experience: on request
- Minimum and maximum number of participants: to be agreed
- The final itinerary is chosen according to the fitness of the group
- Access to some paths may be regulated or subject to booking
- Times, access conditions and any fees must be verified before the excursion
- The excursion is subject to the directions of the Park Authority
- The Altamura-Matera transport is not included, unless otherwise indicated
- Matera can be reached by your own vehicle
- A private transfer can be requested
- Any shuttle must be booked separately
- Admission to the rock churches is not included, unless indicated in the quote
- The full route features climbs and descents
- There are steps, rocks and uneven ground
- Trekking shoes are mandatory
- Good physical condition is recommended for the route in the Gravina
- The simple route is suitable for less trained participants
- Mobility needs must be communicated in advance
- Each participant must bring enough water
- In the summer period a hat and sun protection are essential
- The plateau has few shaded areas
- The activity may be modified or cancelled in case of adverse weather conditions
- Minors must be accompanied by an adult
- It is not permitted to move away from the group or the indicated paths
- Lunch, picnic and tastings are not included, unless otherwise indicated
- Payment and cancellation conditions are communicated in the quote
