Places
Hike·Moderate·Scenic·Hidden gem
Serra di Calvello, Appennino Lucano
Basilicata
The Serra di Calvello runs south from the town of Calvello, dense beech on its flanks and open pasture along the crest, up to Monte Calvelluzzo (1,699 m). From the ridge the Val d'Agri and the pyramid of Monte Volturino stand to the south and the Dolomiti Lucane to the east.
Duration
4 hours
Distance
10 km
Elevation
+650 m
Best season
May – October
Parking · Free
Free parking in Calvello or at the Serra forest-road gate above the town.
Water
Spring on the forest road; the ridge is dry.
Highlights
- Beech ridge to Monte Calvelluzzo
- Val d'Agri and Monte Volturino views
- Quiet, inside the Appennino Lucano park
With your dog
Off-leash tolerated on the summit ridge away from grazing flocks.
