The route begins in the Baroque part of Matera, with an external visit to the Church of Purgatory, a symbolic site that reflects the city’s deep connection between faith, memory, and rebirth.

This spot marks the transition from monumental Matera to its rock-hewn heart, introducing the story of the city’s urban evolution.

From above, the Sassi unfold below, offering a clear overview that helps you understand the layout of the landscape.

In Sasso Barisano, a frescoed rock church brings to life the spiritual world of the Middle Ages, carved directly into the stone.

An immersive look into daily life in the Sassi, with rooms furnished as they were before the 1950s and stories of family life and adaptation.

This panoramic stretch connects city and nature, opening onto views of the Gravina canyon and the Park of the Rupestrian Churches.

One of the most iconic views of the Sassi, perfect for photos and a short pause.

The highlight of the tour is a rock church seemingly suspended above Sasso Caveoso, preserving frescoes from the 12th to the 17th century and the crypt of San Giovanni in Monterrone.

The tour ends with a tasting of local Lucanian specialties, including taralli, Matera bread, and vegetable spreads.