Via Materana Ellenica
Puglia, Italy
Italy · Alberobello, Italy → Matera, Italy
Distance
169 km
Stages
9
Difficulty
easy
Best months
Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct
About
A 169.1-km cultural walk from trulli to caves. Alberobello's whimsical stone huts, UNESCO-listed, are just the beginning.
As you traverse to Matera, the ancient Sassi dwellings whisper tales of prehistoric life. Nine stages of olive groves and rolling hills lead you through Castellaneta’s gravine ravines, where echoes of history linger.
Massafra’s rock churches beckon with their storied past. This path isn’t just a hike; it’s a journey through time, where every step reveals the flavors of Puglia, local cuisine and artisan crafts waiting to be savored.
Stages
9 stages
Stage 1Distance18 kmAscent163 mDescent164 m
Stage 2Martina Franca → Crispiano
moderateDistance28 kmAscent207 mDescent407 m
Stage 3Distance16 kmAscent80 mDescent214 m
Stage 4Distance19 kmAscent388 mDescent81 m
Stage 5Distance16 kmAscent228 mDescent383 m
Stage 6Distance24 kmAscent512 mDescent408 m
Stage 7Laterza → Ginosa
easyDistance16 kmAscent211 mDescent274 m
Stage 8Distance14 kmAscent368 mDescent287 m
Stage 9Distance18 kmAscent408 mDescent362 m
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