Chorìo di Roghudi is the old village of Roghudi, set on a rocky outcrop in the Aspromonte mountains of Calabria, in southern Italy. The settlement was abandoned in the 1970s because of the danger of landslides, and today its ruins stand as a quiet record of the place as it once was.
What you will see
The site is made up of crumbling stone houses clinging to the rock, with narrow lanes and open views over the surrounding valleys. A Byzantine church also stands among the ruins. The overall effect is melancholy and striking, with the landscape feeling as though it has been held still since the people left.
What kind of visit it makes
This is a place for slow walking and looking rather than for a busy itinerary. It suits visitors who are drawn to abandoned villages, to the history of mountain communities and to landscapes shaped by hard living. Those who come to photograph or simply sit and take in the setting will find it rewarding.
- Setting: a rocky hillside in the Aspromonte mountains
- Remains: stone houses and a Byzantine church
- Mood: reflective, with a sense of a community paused in time
Planning your trip
Because the village is remote and the ground is unstable, it is wise to go with care and to check conditions and access before setting out. Chorìo di Roghudi is best combined with a wider trip into the Aspromonte, where the mountain scenery and the traditions of the area give the visit more context.
