Via Ellenica
A 200-mile stroll from Brindisi to Matera

February 11 - 18, 2025 -- compiled by Jeff DePree
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Creative use of bicycle rims

Stone pillars were often used to prop up olive trees
Most nights were spent in well-stocked private apartments

These trulli houses were prolific along parts of the walk


Random forest nativity scene
Simple pilgrim accommodation
"The aunts", though not speaking a word of English, lavished me with braided cheese, scrambled eggs, wine, and cookies.


There were plenty of aggressive dogs along this walk, but this one just craved attention.


Day 1: Brindisi to Carovigno
Day 2: Carovigno to Ostuni
Day 3: Ostuni to Locorotondo
Day 4: Locorotondo to Martina Franca
Day 5: Martina Franca to Crispiano
Day 6: Martina Franca to Crispiano
Day 7: Mottola to Laterza
Day 8: Laterza to matera
Day 9: Morning in Matera