Between Campania and Pulia, is located one of the most ancient, spectacular and unpolluted land called Basilicata. It is also well known as Lucania, is the residence of wild animals and smelly plants, high mountains, large forests, lakes and hills.
In this marvellous place, the deep relationship between mother nature and humans continues from over a thousand years. The folks who have settled there have integrated with the environment interweaving their customs with the rhythms of nature.
Therefore, the communities of Basilicata, with their stories, legends, myths and ancient traditions, have so much to tell explorers about this time.
In recent years, due to pandemic and climate change, the concepts of tourism have significantly changed. The desire to reconnect with nature increased a lot and thanks to that, more than 30% of tourists from other countries have visited Basilicata. This Italian region has more than 30 routes suitable for green tourism.
Among the various itineraries that can be crossed in Basilicata, Youth Europe Service have chosen a path from Pietrapertosa to Castelmezzano, two villages nearby. They can be reached by car or by public transport.
The route can be crossed on foot. It is 12 km long and it takes 2 hours and 57 minutes. During this tour you could try typical food, see flora and fauna and you will be able to admire amazing landscapes that calm even the most restless souls… Enjoy it!