Holiday apartment in Satriano – culture, nature and historic trails

Holiday apartment in Satriano between culture and nature

Satriano can be discovered through cultural traces, paths along the water and distinctive landscape experiences. This makes it a destination where you can choose to place different emphasis on local history and observing nature. Torre Ancinale is also known as Torre Ravaschiera and was built in the 16th century as an observation post and initial defensive structure. When choosing a holiday apartment in Satriano, these themes can provide useful guidance for planning your days.

Buildings and festivals in the town

The Chiesa Matrice of Satriano is characterised by a Greek-style gable. In the village of Monaci, the Fontana Gatti was built after a watercourse had been channelled. Both examples represent different forms of local design: here, architecture shapes the appearance, while there, a fontana recalls the way the watercourse was managed.

Regular events can also shape the character of a stay. A Cumprunta takes place in Satriano during Holy Week. On 26 and 27 September, ceremonial events are also held in honour of San Cosma e Damiano. If you would like to plan your trip around cultural events, these two periods provide specific points of reference.

Historic railway line and paths

A special part of the town's history lies in the former Soverato (FCL)–Chiaravalle Centrale railway line. It had been closed since 1969; the Satriano-Davoli stop was located along it. On the disused railway line, between Laganosa and the former Satriano-Davoli station, there is a viaduct over the Fosso Turriti. The former route can be followed as an unpaved path with tunnels and bridges.

A two-hour walking route led from Torre Ravaschiera along the Ancinale to the historic centre of Satriano. It ran along quiet side roads and an unpaved path. The Chapel of Santa Tecla was one of the sights along this route. It also included a hydroelectric power station that uses water from the Ancinale and other streams. In the village of Pandini, the old path connected Satriano with the river below.

Fiumara Ancinale and royal fern

In spring, Fiumara Ancinale can be explored on hikes and walks from Marina di Satriano towards Serra San Bruno. A significant occurrence of the royal fern Osmunda regalis can be found along the riverside route from Marina di Satriano to Serra San Bruno. This section therefore combines a specific opportunity for walking with a remarkable natural feature.

When choosing a holiday apartment in Satriano, you can therefore consider whether to focus on the Chiesa Matrice, Torre Ancinale and the festivals, or to prefer paths along the Ancinale and the Fiumara.

Further places for planning your trip

Martirano Lombardo, Falerna Marina, Falerna, Squillace, Chiaravalle Centrale, Torre Di Ruggiero, Gasperina, Cortale

To the overarching travel overview: Catanzaro.