# Trail 406 and the Suspension Footbridge over the Ravine

What to do en Matera · Matera

Fuente: https://www.geocalia.com/en/italy/matera/things-to-do/trail-406 · Revisado: 2026-11-11

- Desde: 10 € per person
- Duración: 2 h
- Temporada: Spring and autumn, in the morning; closed from 3 to 18 November 2026
- Para quién: Experienced hikers

About 6 km trail from Porta Pistola to the Murgia through the bottom of the Gravina and a 70 m suspension footbridge; 2 h and from €10.

Trail 406 crosses on foot the ravine that separates Matera from the Murgia: it leaves from Porta Pistola, in the Sasso Caveoso, goes down to the bottom of the Gravina, crosses the stream by a suspension footbridge of about 70 metres and climbs to the plateau, with the caves and rock churches opposite the city. It is about 6 km and about two hours. Since 2026 it has its own ticket: €10 from November to March and €15 from April to October.
The route step by step

Porta Pistola. The trail begins on Via Madonna delle Virtù, at the foot of the Sasso Caveoso. Here is the park checkpoint, staffed since 2026, where the ticket is checked.
Descent to the Gravina. You go down a stone path with steps to the bottom of the ravine. The perspective changes: the Sassi are above you, hanging on the wall.
The suspension footbridge. You cross the Gravina stream by a bridge of about 70 metres suspended over the riverbed. Cross following the park staff's instructions.
Climb to the Murgia. On the other side you climb the slope, between dug-out caves and small rock churches. It is the most tiring stretch, with a gradient and direct sun.
The plateau. At the top you reach the Murgia Timone area, with the viewpoint over the Sassi, and continue to the Jazzo Gattini visitor centre, where the itinerary ends.

To return, retrace the path through the ravine: the visitor centre is on the plateau, far from the city on foot by road.
Tickets
Since 2026 access to the trail is paid and controlled by the park. The 406 ticket costs €15 from 1 April to 31 October and €10 from 1 November to 31 March, with reductions for some categories. It is different from the Murgia Timone ticket: see what each includes on the Murgia tickets page.
Difficulty
It is not technical, but it is demanding for anyone not used to it: a steep descent with uneven steps, the footbridge, and a continuous climb on the other side. The polished limestone is very slippery, especially when damp. With hiking footwear and good fitness it is a great morning; with smooth-soled trainers, no.
When to go
In spring and autumn, in the morning. In summer the bottom of the ravine and the climb to the Murgia have no shade and the stone stores heat: set out very early or do not do it. After heavy rain, ask at Porta Pistola before going down to the stream.
Water and what to bring
There are no fountains or facilities until the visitor centre. Bring at least a litre and a half of water per person, a cap, sun cream and something to eat. A walking pole helps on the descent.
With children or a dog
For teenagers used to walking it is an adventure: they love the suspension footbridge. With small children it is long and the descent has high steps; for them it is better to reach the viewpoint by car via Jazzo Gattini. It is not suitable for pushchairs.
Getting to Porta Pistola
On foot from the Sassi: go down through the Caveoso to Via Madonna delle Virtù, at the edge of the Gravina. You cannot arrive by car, because the Sassi are a limited traffic zone.

## Cómo llegar y contacto

- Coordenadas: 40.6652, 16.614

## Cerca de aquí

- [Vitantonio Lombardo](https://www.geocalia.com/en/italy/matera/where-to-eat/vitantonio-lombardo), a 98 m
- [Rock Churches of the Sassi](https://www.geocalia.com/en/italy/matera/things-to-do/rock-churches), a 150 m
- [Sant'Angelo Luxury Resort](https://www.geocalia.com/en/italy/matera/where-to-stay/sant-angelo-hotel), a 172 m
- [Walk Through the Sasso Caveoso and the Sasso Barisano](https://www.geocalia.com/en/italy/matera/things-to-do/sassi), a 189 m
- [Casa Grotta di Vico Solitario](https://www.geocalia.com/en/italy/matera/things-to-do/casa-grotta), a 246 m
- [Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita](https://www.geocalia.com/en/italy/matera/where-to-stay/sextantio-le-grotte-della-civita), a 256 m
- [James Bond's Matera, through the locations of No Time to Die](https://www.geocalia.com/en/italy/matera/things-to-do/matera-no-time-to-die-walk), a 345 m
- [Panificio Cifarelli](https://www.geocalia.com/en/italy/matera/where-to-eat/panificio-cifarelli), a 577 m

## Consejos

### Set out first thing
You do the descent in the cool and reach the viewpoint with the morning light on the Sassi.

### Hiking footwear
The limestone of the steps is polished and slippery; smooth-soled trainers are a risk.

### Check whether it is open
From 3 to 18 November 2026 it is closed for works; the park publishes notices on its website.

## Preguntas frecuentes

### How much is trail 406?
€15 from April to October and €10 from November to March, with reductions for some categories.

### Is the suspension footbridge dangerous?
No, if you follow the park staff's instructions. It is about 70 m long and crosses the Gravina stream.

### How long does it take?
About two hours for the roughly 6 km between Porta Pistola and the Jazzo Gattini visitor centre.

Destino: [Matera](https://www.geocalia.com/en/italy/matera.md)