What to do near Santa Sofia d'Epiro, CS

Village of San Lorenzo del Vallo with castle

Far from tourism, close to the truest Calabria

Lake Cecita

The largest reservoir in Calabria is an example of perfect harmony between nature and human intervention. Bathing is prohibited, but walks and picnics are welcome!

Cupone Visitor Center

The Cupone Visitor Center is located near Lake Cecita in Sila National Park. Inside are wildlife enclosures, a geological garden, a nature museum and a botanical garden.

Giants of Sila Nature Reserve

In Sila National Park there is a centuries-old forest inhabited by respectable trees. Sometimes you need to feel small before the majestic beauty of nature...

Lake Ariamancina

Surrounded by lush forests and high-altitude pastures, this man-made lake is an ideal destination for a fabulous hike in Sila National Park.

The village of Fuscaldo Marina

It is a small village that enjoys a crazy view of the sea from its hillside. It is also known as the village of 100 portals because of the beautiful carved stone gates that can be seen in the streets.

Shrine of Our Lady of Arms

It rises from the rock and from its 1,000-meter height towers over the Sibari plain. The name has nothing belligerent about it for real: "arms" is an adaptation of the Greek word meaning "caves."

The Norman Swabian Castle of Morano

A castle that has seen it all, but still stands proudly overlooking the upper Coscile River valley in the Pollino National Park. It protects a spectacular village rich in history.

The "broccoli" of Castrovillari

The loricate pine, a symbol of the Pollino National Park

Village of Fiumefreddo Bruzio

Fiumefreddo is an authentic medieval village that stands in a splendid panoramic position 220 meters above sea level. Architectural masterpieces and traditional taverns frame this place.

The Castle of Fiumefreddo

Photographers, there is bread for your teeth here: the empty arches wide open to the sea and sky, war wounds of this old castle, become the ideal frames for creative and exciting shots!

Florense Abbey of San Giovanni in Fiore

It dates back to 1230 and is among the most impressive religious buildings in Calabria. Particular is the choice of bare stone in the interior as well, faithful to the monastic values of sobriety and modesty of the Florentines.