What to do near Grottole, MT

Basento nature trail

Nature trail along the course of the Basento River, which runs along one of the fundamental arteries of Basilicata: the Basentana. A path that leads to the discovery of very characteristic scenery and landscapes.

San Mauro Forte

It is an ancient hill town in Matera that shows Norman influences in its fortifications, and the splendor of eighteenth-century life in its many noble palaces.

Irsina

A hamlet in the Matera hills, with a well-kept historic center, rich in elements reminiscent of the hamlet's past life. Pride of place is the cathedral, with its artistic treasures.

Tricarico Cathedral

The church of Santa Maria Assunta appears to date back to Robert Guiscard. Remodeled several times with two naves, it preserves frescoes and wonderful stucco work, and the tombs of the bishops of the diocese.

Rocco Scotellaro

Rocco Scotellaro, mayor poet of peasant freedom. He left many writings, but above all, he left an indelible imprint in the hearts of his countrymen.

Rite of Commencement Carnival

This is the ritual that the Masks perform on the night of Jan. 17 to propitiate St. Antuono, patron saint of animals. Food, music and dancing around the bonfire precede the 3 ritual laps around the church.

Archaeological Museum of Tricarico

Some rooms of the Ducal Palace house the Archaeological Museum, where the remains of excavations from the Tricarico, Civita and Collina Materana areas with valuable works are located.

Ducal Palace Tricarico

The Ducal Palace is a treasure chest of beauty and town memory, with its decorated rooms overlooking the town. The Sanseverino counts lived there and today it is Tricarico's exhibition center.

Norman Tower of Tricarico

It is the symbol of Tricarico: from whichever point you look at it, your eyes fall first on the Norman Tower that rises mighty 27 meters next to the fine monastery of Santa Chiara.

Bishop's Palace of Tricarico

Tricarico is a bishopric: in the past it has counted bishops now Venerable. The Bishop's Palace now houses the Diocesan Museum, custodian of valuable works from the countries of the Diocese.

Carmelite Church and Convent

Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Tricarico's patron saint, and adjoining Convent, come alive during the rites of her feast day, when the Church remains open and the frescoes of Ferro can be admired.

Saracen Gate and Tower

Remnants of Tricarico's west boundary wall with attached watchtower delineate the characteristic neighborhood whose narrow streets tell of the Saracen invasion.