Places
Hike·Easy·Scenic·Popular
Canosa di Puglia — Ofanto River
Puglia
The Battle of Cannae (216 BC) was fought on the Ofanto river plain near modern Barletta — Hannibal destroyed eight Roman legions in the greatest tactical defeat in Roman history. The walk along the Ofanto river passes the archaeological site. Canosa nearby has exceptional Daunian tomb chambers with painted bronzes.
Duration
3 hours
Distance
8 km
Elevation
+50 m
Best season
October – May
Highlights
- Battle of Cannae 216 BC — 70,000 Romans killed
- Hannibal's greatest victory
- Daunian painted bronze tomb chambers
With your dog
River path; dogs welcome.
