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Borgo San Basilio
ℹ️Practical info — Borgo San Basilio
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Use the shuttle service to the beach, as the walk can be quite long and unshaded in the midday heat.
- Rent bicycles to easily explore the flat coastal area and the surrounding pine forests.
- Take an evening trip to the nearby hilltop town of Pisticci, known for its white houses and the 'Dirupo' district view.
- Visit the Metaponto archaeological site nearby to see significant ancient Greek temple ruins.
🍽 Food
Typical ear-shaped pasta often served with turnip tops and anchovies. Look for it in local farmhouses (agriturismi).
Dried and fried sweet peppers from Basilicata, served as a crunchy snack or side dish.
A famous sourdough bread with a dark crust, available in local bakeries in the inland area.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Stop at the small stands along the roads to Metaponto for fresh oranges, peaches, and melons.
Buy this famous regional herbal liqueur directly at the visitor center in Pisticci Scalo.
The shaded pine forest behind the dunes features cool paths for a quiet walk.
Walk south along the shore, away from the resorts, to find more isolated sandy areas.
Water temperature…
Located in the heart of the Basilicata region, Borgo San Basilio on the Ionian coast features a perfectly organized holiday experience. The well-maintained sandy beaches such as La Spiaggetta, the main San Basilio beach, and the lively Lido Cuba Libre attract numerous vacationers during the summer. The gently shelving waters make this place particularly popular with families with small children. The holiday village is built in a Mediterranean architectural style and features extensive green areas as well as numerous pools and squares. In the restaurants of the complex and the surrounding area, guests can enjoy authentic Basilicata cuisine, which beautifully combines local products and freshly caught fish. In addition to relaxing beach days, the surrounding area gives plenty of excursions, for example into the hinterland or to the historic city of Matera. With its excellent infrastructure, Borgo San Basilio guarantees a carefree and relaxing stay under the Italian sun.
- Location: Italy
- Top sights: San Basilio · La Spiaggetta
- Nearby: Lido di Metaponto (8 km)
- Population: ~3
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jun, Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 9 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 24 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 18 | 14 | 10 |
| Rain mm | 67 | 54 | 64 | 50 | 39 | 33 | 34 | 32 | 60 | 79 | 86 | 72 |
Geography
Facts
- Located on the Ionian coast in Basilicata
- Modern tourist holiday complex
- La Spiaggetta is family-friendly
- Known for San Basilio beach
- Lido Cuba Libre offers entertainment
- Mediterranean architectural style
- Good infrastructure for tourists
- Ideal for excursions to Matera
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