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Wednesday 13
May 2026
61,9 km
Altitude gain 1300 mt
Technical Level: Advanced
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Villa d'Agri di Marsicovetere -
Potenza
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Villa d'Agri di Marsicovetere - Potenza
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Gastronomy
Pasta cu la mullica – Spaghetti or homemade pasta seasoned with anchovies, crunchy bread crumbs, and extra virgin olive oil.
Alici di Amantea – Prepared in various ways: breaded and fried, baked in a pan, or “arriganate.” Fresh anchovies are cleaned and layered in a baking dish with abundant oregano, chopped garlic, breadcrumbs (or bread crumbs), extra virgin olive oil, and sometimes lemon zest. They are baked until the surface becomes crispy.
Monacelle – Traditional fritters, often filled with anchovies or plain, soft and fragrant.
Polpette di melanzane e alici – Traditional and flavorful, representing local homemade cuisine.
Patati, pipi e mulangiani – A side dish or main course made with fried potatoes, peppers, and eggplants.
Rosamarina – A spicy preparation made with small blue fish, typical of the maritime tradition of the Amantea coast.
Frittata di carnulevari – Made with sausage, soppressata, cheese (“tuma”), eggs, fat, and “risimoglia,” symbolizing peasant tradition and Carnival celebrations.
Cipolla Rossa – A high-quality local agricultural product, mainly cultivated in the Campora San Giovanni area, and a key ingredient in many traditional recipes.
Buccunotti (or bocconotti) – Shortcrust pastry filled with toasted almonds, dark chocolate, cocoa, sugar, cinnamon, and cloves.
Nepitelle (or pizzi cu niabiti) and Crocette – Traditional Easter sweets with fillings made of grape must jam, almonds, chocolate, raisins, spices (cinnamon and cloves), and often liqueur, baked in the oven; Crocette are dried figs stuffed with almonds, walnuts, or citrus peel, often baked or coated with chocolate.
Wine & Drinks
Savuto DOC Red Wine – Red wine from the Savuto valley made with native grapes such as Gaglioppo, Aglianico and Greco Nero.
Savuto DOC Rosé Wine – A fresh and aromatic rosé wine, ideal with seafood dishes.
Savuto DOC White Wine – Light and fragrant white wine made from Montonico, Greco Bianco and Malvasia grapes.
Local Red Wine – Traditional homemade wine produced by small local vineyards.
Local White Wine – Simple and aromatic white wine commonly served with seafood dishes.
Amaro da Mantia – Herbal bitter liqueur inspired by the historic name of the city, “Mantia”.
Calabrian Citron Liqueur – A fragrant liqueur made from citron grown along the Tyrrhenian coast.
Wild Fennel Liqueur – Traditional digestive liqueur made with wild fennel.
Calabrian Artisan Grappa – Distilled spirit produced from local wine pomace.
Citrus Rosolio Liqueur – Traditional sweet liqueur flavored with citrus fruits or aromatic herbs.
Highlights & Landmarks
Castle of Amantea – Evocative ruins of a medieval fortress perched on the hill overlooking the town. A historic symbol of Amantea, it offers an extraordinary panoramic view of the Tyrrhenian Sea and the surrounding territory.
Historic Center of Amantea – A charming ancient village characterized by narrow streets, stone arches, historic buildings, and scenic views that tell the long history of the city. In the heart of the historic center stands the Church of the College, a small architectural jewel founded by the Jesuits in the 17th century; next to it is the former Jesuit College, that served as an important center for cultural dissemination and education in Calabria, an important testimony to the city’s cultural life.
Cathedral – Collegiate Church of San Biagio – The main religious building of the city, preserving important works of sacred art and representing one of the spiritual and historical landmarks of the community.
Church of San Bernardino da Siena, cloister and the Oratory of the Nobles – A 15th-century religious complex known for its historical and architectural value. Within the complex is also the Oratory of the Nobles, built in 1592 as the meeting place of the Archconfraternity of the Immaculate Conception and home to important works of art, including a marble altarpiece depicting the Nativity of Our Lord, attributed to Pietro Bernini or Rinaldo Bonanno.
Church of San Francesco d’Assisi – A religious building located in a panoramic position from which visitors can admire a beautiful view of the city and the sea.
Seafront and open-air shopping center – A wide seaside promenade with beaches, beach resorts, restaurants, and cafés that enliven the city especially during the summer season. The open-air shopping center, developed along its main street, where numerous shops, boutiques, and local artisan businesses create a lively shopping experience blending tradition and modernity.
Coreca Cliff – A spectacular natural rock formation representing one of the most suggestive landscapes of the Calabrian Tyrrhenian coast.
Piazza San Francesco and Church of Saint Peter the Apostle (Campora San Giovanni) – The heart of the district of Campora San Giovanni. The square is an important meeting place and venue for local events; here stands the Church of Saint Peter the Apostle, a religious and social landmark for the community.
“Scogli d’Isca” Regional Marine Park – A protected natural area characterized by striking rocky formations overlooking the sea, an ideal habitat for several marine species and a destination for nature excursions.
Amantea Cave Park – A natural and archaeological area of great historical interest, characterized by the presence of a large natural cave which, in the past, when it was closer to the sea, was used as a shelter for boats and merchant vessels along the ancient naval route between Naples and Reggio Calabria. Today the park represents a green space of cultural and scenic value.
Potenza
Overview
The capital of Basilicata, Potenza is located in the Lucanian Apennines and is the highest regional capital in Italy in terms of elevation. The city stretches along a mountain ridge, with an urban layout that is complex and strongly shaped by the surrounding terrain. Its origins are ancient, with Lucanian and Roman settlements, while during the Middle Ages it gained importance as an administrative centre. The historic centre preserves churches, palaces and sections of the original urban fabric, alongside modern infrastructure designed to connect the city’s different elevations.
Gastronomy
Potenza’s culinary tradition reflects the essence of Lucanian cuisine, rooted in simple ingredients and bold, authentic flavours. Among its most iconic products are peperoni cruschi, made from Senise IGP peppers that are dried and quickly fried, prized for their delicate crunch and naturally sweet taste. One of the city’s signature dishes is baccalà alla potentina, prepared with tomato, olives, and capers, and enriched with the unmistakable flavour of peperoni cruschi. Also widely enjoyed is ciambotta, a hearty summer vegetable stew that celebrates the freshness of local produce, while u’ muzz’c represents the traditional farmer’s snack—bread, peppers, eggs, and sausage—offering a true taste of the region’s rustic and nourishing food culture.
Wine & Drinks
The Potenza area is closely tied to the production of Aglianico del Vulture, one of Basilicata’s most iconic wines. This grape expresses different characteristics depending on soil and altitude, ranging from the distinctive minerality of volcanic terrain to fresher notes found in higher-altitude vineyards. The result is a structured, characterful wine, widely regarded as one of the region’s finest expressions and a true symbol of Lucania’s winemaking tradition.
Highlights & Landmarks
Potenza’s heritage unfolds through a blend of historic landmarks, religious architecture, and striking contemporary works. At the city’s highest point stands the Cathedral of San Gerardo, the main place of worship, combining Romanesque and neoclassical elements and housing notable works of art. In the historic centre lies the Church of San Francesco, one of the oldest buildings in the city, distinguished by its late Gothic portal and valuable interior artworks. Among the city’s defining symbols is the Guevara Tower, the only remaining part of the medieval castle, now serving as an exhibition space and panoramic viewpoint. Architectural highlights also include the Francesco Stabile Theatre, a 19th-century neoclassical opera house, and the Church of San Michele Arcangelo, an important example of local Romanesque style. The National Archaeological Museum “Dinu Adamesteanu,” housed in Palazzo Loffredo, traces the history of ancient Lucania from prehistory to the Roman era. Key elements of the historic urban fabric include Porta San Gerardo, once the gateway to the medieval city, and Via Pretoria, the city’s main thoroughfare and vibrant social hub. Alongside its historical heritage, Potenza features contemporary icons such as the Musmeci Bridge, a bold reinforced concrete structure celebrated as a masterpiece of organic architecture. Completing the picture is the Tempietto di San Gerardo, perched along the Muraglione, offering sweeping views and a strong symbolic presence.
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