Places
Viewpoint·Moderate·Sporty·Popular

Ponte Tibetano di Castelsaraceno

Basilicata

The bridge spans nearly 600 m across the valley of the Racanello between the Pollino and Sirino massifs, hanging up to 80 m above the ground on steel cables. Marked paths climb to each anchor from the village of Castelsaraceno, on the Sentiero della Transumanza.

Duration
2 hours
Distance
4 km
Elevation
+200 m
Best season
April – October

Parking · Paid

Paid parking at the Castelsaraceno bridge stations.

Water

Fountain in Castelsaraceno.

Highlights

  • ~600 m suspension footbridge
  • Between the Pollino and Sirino massifs
  • On the transhumance trail

With your dog

Leashed dogs welcome on the approach paths; the open-grid bridge deck unsettles many dogs.