Calitri

General Information

Calitri is a town of some 5,500 inhabitants. It is in Campania but on the borders of the regions of Puglia and Basilicata. It is approximately 530 metres above sea level so even on the hottest day there is generally a breeze.. The Antico Borgo is in the oldest section of the town- the centro storico - at the top of which are the remains of a castle which predates the 12th century. The Borgo itself is a labrynth of lovely old houses which have, over the centuries, been built into the hillside. Stone and marble stairs - frequently under old stone arches - connect the streets. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside with many rivers, lakes, woods and archaeological ruins.

There are many cafes and restaurants in both the Borgo and the new town in addition to those listed below. Eating out in Calitri is cheap and the food is good. A single espresso in most cafes costs less than €1. There is no internet connection in Casa Della Loggia but there is an internet cafe at the top of the old town behind the post office.

Calitri is proud of its traditional ceramics and terracotta and there are many places where you can see these and buy if you wish. The nearest showroom and shop to Casa Della Loggia is at the bottom of the Borgo. Grafio Ceramiche Artistiche di Concetta Di Cecca at Via Ferrovia 21.

Car hire is available at a reasonable price in Calitri and is advised if you want to explore the surrounding countryside or go to the coast. There is a regular bus service to Avellino and in June and July there is a daily bus service to the Adriatic Coast which leaves Calitri at about 7.15 am and returns at about 8pm. The journey is about 2 hours (quicker by car) and costs €14 for the return trip.

The Hotel Ambascatori in Via Toscana has a swimming pool and, during the summer months, a daily pass can be purchased for around €7.

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