The Basilicata offers cycling travelers a unique experience, with changing landscapes and charming villages.

From the Pollino mountains to the Agri and Sinni valleys, to the peaks of Vulture and the Monticchio Lakes, from the Lucanian Dolomites to the Murgia Materana, and the two seas of Maratea and the Metapontino, the region offers a network of routes for every type of bicycle: road, gravel, mountain bike, and e-bike.

Thanks to numerous sports associations, there are routes available for cyclists of all levels, from the most accessible to the highly technical ones.

Cycling Routes in Basilicata

The Meridiana Cycle Route is the backbone of this network: a 295 km track following the ancient Herculia road, divided into two interconnected loops at Viggiano. Along its quiet roads, 22 villages are crossed, offering a journey through time as well as space.

For more demanding cyclists, The Ring of the Lucanian Parks is an epic challenge of 715 km with almost 14,000 meters of elevation gain, divided into 15 stages. From Maratea to the Calanchi, passing through Matera and the Lucanian Dolomites, the route alternates scenic panoramas and adrenaline-pumping adventures such as the “Angel’s Flight” and the “Slittovia”.

Another extraordinary experience is “The Lucanian Journey” by Asd Bike Explorer: 540 km and 10,000 meters of elevation gain through national and regional parks and historic villages, organized as an annual event.

For lovers of self-guided exploration, the “Basilicata Bike Trail” is the region’s first unsupported adventure, with four circular routes proposed by Basilicata Bikeways. The 2025 edition will feature a scenic coast-to-coast route from Metaponto to Maratea from May 30th to June 2nd.

Fans of technical descents will find the “2mulozer0” by Sirino Gravity an exhilarating adventure of 75 km and 3,700 meters of negative elevation, from Mount Sirino to the sea of Maratea.

For those seeking a more inclusive experience, Ginestre Bike offers routes and e-bike and cargo bike rentals, ideal for families, exploring locations in the Matera area, including Craco and Tursi.

To better organize your bike trip, specialized tour operators Ferula Viaggi and Ivy Tour offer tailor-made solutions. Additionally, the multilingual “Basilicata Free To Move” app provides information on 21 cycling tourism routes, including GPS tracks, bike workshops, and bike hotels, while www.routebasilicata.it explores the entire outdoor offering of the region.