Mountain Community Monti Reventino – Tiriolo – Mancuso: nature, villages and Calabrian authenticity.
The Comunità Montana Monti Reventino – Tiriolo – Mancuso, located among the inland provinces of central Calabria, embraces a mountain area rich in history, nature and traditions. Between wooded peaks, small villages suspended in time and views ranging from the Tyrrhenian Sea to the hinterland, this corner of the region represents an authentic Calabria, far from mass tourism. ⛰️ Mountains that tell the truest Calabria:
The Reventino and Mancuso mountains dominate the landscape with their green peaks and dense forests of beech, chestnut and pine trees. The paths wind through silent valleys, springs of pure water and panoramic views that offer unforgettable views of the coast and the hinterland.
👉 Tip: Climb Mount Reventino at dawn: you will be able to see, on clear days, both the Tyrrhenian and the Ionian in a single glance. 🏘️ Villages between history and culture:
Municipalities such as Tiriolo, Soveria Mannelli, Decollatura and Serrastretta are rich in history and craft traditions. Tiriolo, in particular, is known as the 'country of the two seas' and for its long textile tradition.
👉 Tip: In Tiriolo, visit the archaeological museum and an artisan workshop to discover how typical Calabrian costumes are still woven by hand. 🌳 Excursions and paths in the countryside:
The area is perfect for nature walks, with itineraries suitable for everyone. Some routes follow the ancient mule tracks through the woods, others run along streams and ancient dry stone walls.
👉 Tip: Try an excursion through the beech woods of Villaggio Mancuso: silence, the scent of resin and fresh air will accompany you all the way. 🍴 Simple and genuine mountain cuisine:
Here the gastronomy is made up of poor but tasty dishes: legume soups, smoked cold cuts, goat cheeses, porcini mushrooms and wood-fired bread. A cuisine that warms and tells the story of the territory.
👉 Tip: At a local farmhouse, order a plate of homemade pasta with mushrooms and sausage – simple, but memorable. 🛌 Hospitality between nature and silence:
Farmhouses and B&Bs surrounded by greenery welcome travelers with warmth and simplicity. Family structures, often made from old stone houses, offer authentic experiences, breakfasts with local products and quiet nights under starry skies.
👉 Tip: Stay at a property between Decollatura and Soveria Mannelli to experience the rural atmosphere and have easy access to the main trails in the area.
The Reventino – Tiriolo – Mancuso Mountain Community is an invitation to slow down, listen to the sounds of nature and rediscover the value of traditions. A corner of Calabria that surprises for its beauty, simplicity and authenticity.