Grumento Nova

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Grumento Nova is a town and comune in the province of Potenza, in the Southern Italian region of Basilicata. The ancient name of the town was Saponara. ()

Alternative names: Population: 1.7 thous.Area: 25.73 mi²Coordinates: 40°16'60"N, 15°53'20"E

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Grumento Nova – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lago di Pietra del Pertusillo, Grumentum, Viggiano, Moliterno.

3.4 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lago di Pietra del Pertusillo, Appennino Lucano - Val d'Agri - Lagonegrese National Park
87 min walk • Lago di Pietra del Pertusillo is a lake in the Province of Potenza, Basilicata, Italy. At an elevation of 532 m, its catchment basin area is 630 km², while the lake itself has an area of 7.5 km².
1.1 miE
Archaeological site
Grumentum, Appennino Lucano - Val d'Agri - Lagonegrese National Park
28 min walk • Grumentum was an ancient Roman city in the centre of Lucania, in what is now the comune of Grumento Nova, c. 50 km south of Potenza by the direct road through Anxia, and 80 km by the Via Herculia, at the point of divergence of a road eastward to Heraclea.
4 miN
Locality
Viggiano
102 min walk • Viggiano is a comune in the province of Potenza, in the Southern Italian region of Basilicata. It is bounded by the comuni of Calvello, Corleto Perticara, Grumento Nova, Laurenzana, Marsicovetere, and Montemurro.
3.1 miS
Town
Moliterno
79 min walk • One of the town's most iconic attractions is the Castello Macchiaroli, a medieval castle that dates back to the 13th century. Perched on a hill overlooking the town, the castle offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and provides a fascinating glimpse...
6 miW
Locality
Tramutola, Appennino Lucano - Val d'Agri - Lagonegrese National Park
154 min walk • Tramutola is a village and comune in the province of Potenza, in the Southern Italian region of Basilicata.
5.1 miE
Town
Montemurro, Appennino Lucano - Val d'Agri - Lagonegrese National Park
130 min walk • Montemurro is a town and comune in the province of Potenza, in the Southern Italian region of Basilicata.
4.2 miE
Town
Spinoso
107 min walk • One of the most striking features of Spinoso is its breathtaking natural surroundings. The town is surrounded by rolling hills, lush forests, and beautiful vineyards, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.