Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa

The Dolomiti Lucane is characterized by its high peaks. The mountain tops bear names like 'the golden eagle,' 'the anvil,' 'the mother,' and 'the owl.' This mountain range is part of a mountainous area that is a staggering 15 million years old. Nearby the Dolomites, in the heart of Basilicata, you'll find two picturesque villages: Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa.

Both villages offer stunning views of the surroundings. Visiting the monumental old town of Pietrapertosa, composed of narrow streets that ascend to the top of Dolomiti Lucane, is a unique experience. The village seamlessly blends with the natural environment it's nestled in. The mountain, shaped over millennia by weather conditions, is like a giant sculpture of a thousand years old, surrounding Pietrapertosa and Castelmezzano.

These two villages are like crown jewels in the green heart of Basilicata. Pietrapertosa and Castelmezzano live in symbiosis with each other. Separated by a valley with a depth of 700 meters, both villages face each other in the heart of Basilicata.

Experience the thrill of flying during Il Volo dell’Angelo (the Flight of the Angel): a flight that takes you across the valley between Pietrapertosa and Castelmezzano for one exhilarating minute! Using a special harness securely attached to a steel cable, you'll be safely harnessed during the flight. The starting point is in Pietrapertosa, and you'll reach the endpoint in Castelmezzano at a speed of 120 km per hour. In total, you'll cover a distance of 1,415 meters with a height difference of 859 meters.