Slow Food · Matera at Night: Caves and Legends

Embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Matera, where mystery and history blend into a unique multisensory experience. Your adventure will begin in the enchanting darkness of an 18th-century farmhouse, exploring ancient caves by lantern light, before continuing into the city to uncover the legend of the tyrant Giovan Carlo Tramontano. Passing through a secret tunnel, you'll access the hidden enchantment of the Ferraù Garden, before wandering through the narrow streets of the Sassi to learn about the healing plants and ancient remedies of Lucanian tradition. The tour also celebrates the palate with a tasting of a traditional dish paired with the prized local Malvasia wine. For those seeking a magical finale, you can visit a traditional bakery in the dead of night, wafting in the scent of freshly baked bread as the bakers work. This experience, suspended between culture and legend, is available in both Italian and English.