{"id":46408,"date":"2023-12-30T10:06:56","date_gmt":"2023-12-30T09:06:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/?p=46408"},"modified":"2024-06-12T11:15:55","modified_gmt":"2024-06-12T09:15:55","slug":"salento-puglia-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/en\/salento-puglia-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Salento Travel Guide: Puglia&#8217;s Spectacular Peninsula"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Salento, <strong>the southern peninsula of Puglia<\/strong>, wows you with its spectacular, rugged coastline. Nestled between two seas \u2013 the Adriatic to the east and the Ionian Sea to the west \u2013 a refreshing breeze is a constant companion during a holiday in Salento.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But there&#8217;s more to it than just the stunning coastal scenery. Salento is home to some of <strong>Italy&#8217;s most beautiful cities<\/strong>, notably the Baroque gem Lecce and the picturesque port town of Otranto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&#8217;re travelling <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/en\/puglia-road-trip-itinerary\/\">Puglia<\/a>, a stay in Salento is a must on your itinerary. In this travel guide, we&#8217;re sharing our top <strong>tips for your trip<\/strong> to Salento.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Sehenwu\u0308rdigkeiten.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39328\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39328 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Sehenwu\u0308rdigkeiten-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Sehenwu\u0308rdigkeiten-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Sehenwu\u0308rdigkeiten-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Sehenwu\u0308rdigkeiten-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Sehenwu\u0308rdigkeiten.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Salento Travel Guide\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Tipps.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39330\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39330\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39330 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Tipps-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Tipps-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Tipps-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Tipps-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Tipps.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Salento Things to do\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Reisetipps.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39326\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39326\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39326 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Reisetipps-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Reisetipps-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Reisetipps-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Reisetipps-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Reisetipps.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Salento Travel Tips\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Salento: Quick Facts and Travel Tips at a Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Worthy Facts about Salento<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Salento is the <strong>peninsula<\/strong> forming the southernmost tip of Puglia, measuring about 100 km in length and 40 km in width.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The nature here is largely defined by a <strong>spectacular, stunning coastline<\/strong> with breathtaking rock formations. The hinterland is predominantly flat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salento is home to around <strong>ten million olive trees<\/strong>, some over a thousand years old, shaping the landscape more than any other plant. However, a sad story is that ever since 2013, a bacterium has been ravaging in the area. It is estimated to have killed about two-thirds of all olive trees something we will give you more details on shortly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A typical sight in Salento are the number of <strong>watchtowers<\/strong> along the coast, perched on headlands and cliffs. They can mainly be dated back to the 15th and 16th centuries when they were used for defence purposes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Sad Fate of Olive Trees in Salento<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Olive groves<\/strong> as far as the eye can see. For centuries, Salento has been defined by its ancient olive trees, telling stories with their thick, gnarled trunks. Sounds quite romantic doesn\u2019t it? And it would be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Had things not taken a sad turn in 2013. A <strong>bacterium<\/strong> (&#8220;Xylella fastidiosa&#8221;) has been spreading, which is nearly impossible to stop. It blocks the water and nutrient transport within the tree, causing it to dehydrate and die, taking a part of Salento&#8217;s identity with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that the panorama of lush green olive trees has now been replaced with <strong>dried-up tree crowns<\/strong> that stick out from the landscape. Not all olive trees have fallen victim to the bacterium, but a significant number have, and it&#8217;s tough to contain the spread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We were utterly shocked by the scale of this catastrophe, which has also become a problem in other parts of Puglia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Time Should I Allocate for Salento?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although &#8220;only&#8221; 100 kilometres long, Salento offers an incredible amount to see. If you&#8217;re planning a road trip through all of Puglia, we&#8217;d recommend at least <strong>three days<\/strong> for Salento. This way, you can visit the key cities (e.g. Lecce, Otranto or Gallipoli) and explore the stunning coastline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prefer to take it easy? Then stay <strong>a bit longer<\/strong> (about 5 days) in Salento. This gives you enough time for a few relaxing days at the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Apulien-tote-Olivenba\u0308ume.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39332\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39332\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39332 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Apulien-tote-Olivenba\u0308ume-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Apulien-tote-Olivenba\u0308ume-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Apulien-tote-Olivenba\u0308ume-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Apulien-tote-Olivenba\u0308ume-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Apulien-tote-Olivenba\u0308ume.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Xylella fastidiosa\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dead olive trees in Salento<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Apulien.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39324\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39324\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39324 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Apulien-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Apulien-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Apulien-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Apulien-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Apulien.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Salento Puglia\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sunset in Gallipoli<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Staying in Salento: Our Hotel Recommendation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip in Advance: One or Multiple Home Bases?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wondering whether to plan for just <strong>one or several stops<\/strong> in Salento? There&#8217;s no right or wrong here, and it&#8217;s all down to personal preference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Given that <strong>distances<\/strong> aren&#8217;t overly long, you can reach most destinations in Salento in under an hour. Why not pick a centrally located accommodation and then venture out to explore Salento from there?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s what we did, and we&#8217;d choose it again in a heartbeat. Additionally, we spent a night in Lecce to fully enjoy the old town vibe of this special city in the evening. This split was the best option for us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Stay in Salento: Masseria Corte degli Aromi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>What a <strong>dreamy retreat<\/strong>! The elegant <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/it\/masseria-corte-degli-aromi-pool-amp-spa.en.html?aid=874507\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Masseria Corte degli Aromi<\/a> is the perfect cosy spot for a splendid holiday in Salento.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Masseria (an old, renovated farmhouse, similar to a Finca in Spain) is located in a <strong>picturesque green setting<\/strong> on the edge of the small village of Palmariggi, near Otranto. It houses just seven suites, each uniquely decorated. The <strong>stylish and elegant design<\/strong> runs consistently throughout the property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As for the suite: It lacks nothing in terms of <strong>amenities<\/strong>. From the comfy bed to the private pool, it&#8217;s a place to completely unwind. Both the suite and the rest of the property are high-end and furnished with an eye for detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>breakfast<\/strong> is top-notch. Italians prefer sweets for breakfast, so the morning cake selection outdoes any dessert buffet. But don&#8217;t worry, there&#8217;s plenty of savoury options too, like cheese, antipasti, as well as muesli and very good bread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our verdict:<\/strong> An oasis perfectly located for exploring Salento. It&#8217;s not exactly cheap, but especially in the off-season, you can find good deals. We&#8217;d stay here again in a heartbeat.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-affiliate\">\n      <div class=\"affiliate\">\n      <div class=\"affiliate-icon\">\n        <div>\n                      <svg class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-hotel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"fal\"\n                 data-icon=\"hotel\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n              <path fill=\"currentColor\"\n                    d=\"M320 96C320 78.33 334.3 64 352 64H384C401.7 64 416 78.33 416 96V128C416 145.7 401.7 160 384 160H352C334.3 160 320 145.7 320 128V96zM384 96H352V128H384V96zM272 64C289.7 64 304 78.33 304 96V128C304 145.7 289.7 160 272 160H240C222.3 160 208 145.7 208 128V96C208 78.33 222.3 64 240 64H272zM240 128H272V96H240V128zM208 224C208 206.3 222.3 192 240 192H272C289.7 192 304 206.3 304 224V256C304 273.7 289.7 288 272 288H240C222.3 288 208 273.7 208 256V224zM272 224H240V256H272V224zM384 192C401.7 192 416 206.3 416 224V256C416 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style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Corte-degli-Aromi.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39201\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39201 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Corte-degli-Aromi-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Corte-degli-Aromi-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Corte-degli-Aromi-300x200.jpg 300w, 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sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39207\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39207 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Masseria-Salento-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Masseria-Salento-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Masseria-Salento-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Masseria-Salento-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Masseria-Salento.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Masseria Salento\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Salento Eastern Coastal Road Travel Guide: Attractions &amp; Places<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the absolute highlights in Salento is driving along the stunning coastal road in the east. The section <strong>between Otranto and Santa Maria di Leuca<\/strong>, at the southernmost tip of Salento, is especially famous. But there are also several worthwhile stops north of Otranto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We suggest you set aside at least a full day for this. The <strong>total driving time<\/strong> along the coast is about <strong>two hours<\/strong>, but with photo stops and ample time for city tours, a day can fill up quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this chapter of our travel guide, we&#8217;ll introduce you to some worthwhile stops along the coastal road from north to south. <strong>Our tip:<\/strong> Start in the north and aim to arrive in Santa Maria di Leuca by sunset. It&#8217;s stunning there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Grotta della Poesia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The journey starts at <strong>one of the most famous rock formations<\/strong> in Salento, the Grotta della Poesia. The power of the sea currents have created a beautiful <strong>natural pool formation<\/strong> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Important to note: <strong>Swimming<\/strong> is now prohibited in the Grotta della Poesia. However, not everyone adheres to this (as seen in the photo). Although the scenery with its turquoise waters is picturesque, we find the Grotta della Poesia <strong>somewhat overrated<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why? Personally, the rather touristy setup (admission fee, etc.) put us off a bit. There are so many beautiful spots along Salento&#8217;s coast that are free, so we moved on quite quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Admission<\/em>: 3 Euros<br><em>Parking<\/em>: e.g., at \u201cParcheggio Roca Vecchia\u201d (paid, about 5 minutes on foot)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Grotta-della-Poesia.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39213\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39213 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Grotta-della-Poesia-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Grotta-della-Poesia-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Grotta-della-Poesia-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Grotta-della-Poesia-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Grotta-della-Poesia.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Grotta della Poesia\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Le Due Sorelle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just a quick ten-minute drive south from the Grotta della Poesia, you&#8217;ll reach the next <strong>rock formation<\/strong>: Le Due Sorelle, or &#8220;The Two Sisters&#8221; in English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the car park, it&#8217;s about a 5-minute walk to the cliffs, where you&#8217;ll be treated to a lovely <strong>view of the two rocks.<\/strong> You can walk a bit further along the cliffs, but please be cautious, as there are no safety barriers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, it&#8217;s a nice spot but nothing extraordinary. If you&#8217;re pressed for time, you could consider skipping this stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Parking<\/em>: e.g., at &#8220;Parcheggio Belvedere&#8221; (paid, about 5 minutes on foot)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Le-Due-Sorelle-Salento.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39216\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39216 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Le-Due-Sorelle-Salento-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Le-Due-Sorelle-Salento-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Le-Due-Sorelle-Salento-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Le-Due-Sorelle-Salento-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Le-Due-Sorelle-Salento.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Le Due Sorelle Salento\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Torre Sant\u2019Andrea<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In our opinion, one of the most beautiful natural sceneries in Salento is the rock formations at Torre Sant\u2019Andrea. Here, you&#8217;ll find a <strong>spectacular, rugged cliff landscape<\/strong>, which personally reminded us a bit of Australia&#8217;s Great Ocean Road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During our off-season visit, it was fairly quiet during the day, allowing us to fully enjoy the breathtaking scenery at our leisure. When the sea is calm, you can also go <strong>swimming<\/strong>, as there&#8217;s a small bay. However, the current was too strong for us at the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We loved it so much here that we returned the next day to watch the <strong>sunrise<\/strong>. Watching the rocks being bathed in the first rays of sunlight was a truly magical experience! This is also a chance to have the place all to yourself during the high season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Parking<\/em>: e.g., at \u201cParcheggio dei Faraglioni\u201d (paid, about 3 minutes on foot)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Torre-Sant-Andrea.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39244\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39244 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Torre-Sant-Andrea-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Torre-Sant-Andrea-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Torre-Sant-Andrea-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Torre-Sant-Andrea-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Torre-Sant-Andrea.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Torre Sant Andrea\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Apulien-Torre-Sant-Andrea.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39240\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39240\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39240 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Apulien-Torre-Sant-Andrea-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Apulien-Torre-Sant-Andrea-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Apulien-Torre-Sant-Andrea-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Apulien-Torre-Sant-Andrea-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Apulien-Torre-Sant-Andrea.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Apulien Torre Sant Andrea\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Torre Sant\u2019Andrea in the afternoon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Torre-Sant-Andrea-Sonnenaufgang.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39242\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39242\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39242 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Torre-Sant-Andrea-Sonnenaufgang-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Torre-Sant-Andrea-Sonnenaufgang-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Torre-Sant-Andrea-Sonnenaufgang-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Torre-Sant-Andrea-Sonnenaufgang-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Torre-Sant-Andrea-Sonnenaufgang.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Torre Sant Andrea sunrise\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Torre Sant\u2019Andrea at sunrise<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Otranto<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The next stop is the <strong>gorgeous port city<\/strong> of Otranto. We recommend setting aside at least an hour for this visit. We&#8217;ll share our tips and the most beautiful attractions in the next chapter, titled \u201cMust-Visit Cities in Salento.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Salento-Tipps.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39283\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39283\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39283 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Salento-Tipps-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Salento-Tipps-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Salento-Tipps-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Salento-Tipps-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Salento-Tipps.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Otranto Salento Travel Tips\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Salento.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39285\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39285\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39285 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Salento-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Salento-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Salento-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Salento-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Salento.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Otranto Salento\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lighthouse near Otranto<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just about a ten-minute drive south of Otranto, you&#8217;ll find your next stop worth considering. Here, at <strong>Italy&#8217;s easternmost poin<\/strong>t, stands the <strong>Punta Palasc\u00eca lighthouse<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the parking area, which is quite small and easy to miss, a <strong>gravel path<\/strong> (about a 10-15 minute walk) leads down to the lighthouse. On a clear day, you can even spot the mountains of Albania on the horizon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Parking<\/em>: At the unpaved parking area on the road near the small military building (free of charge)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Leuchtturm-Punta-Palascia.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39249\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39249\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39249 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Leuchtturm-Punta-Palascia-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Leuchtturm-Punta-Palascia-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Leuchtturm-Punta-Palascia-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Leuchtturm-Punta-Palascia-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Leuchtturm-Punta-Palascia.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Lighthouse Punta Palascia\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Leuchtturm-Otranto.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39247\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39247\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39247 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Leuchtturm-Otranto-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Leuchtturm-Otranto-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Leuchtturm-Otranto-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Leuchtturm-Otranto-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Leuchtturm-Otranto.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Lighthouse Otranto\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Santa Cesarea Terme<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving southward, our next stop is Santa Cesarea Terme, a charming, rather <strong>upscale spa town<\/strong> famous for its spa and wellness facilities. Since ancient times, Santa Cesarea Terme has been home to several caves with sulphurous healing water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The town&#8217;s unofficial landmark is <strong>Palazzo Sticchi<\/strong>, a striking palace in Moorish style. Currently (as of Autumn 2022), the palace is under renovation and is scaffolded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re keen on a swimming break in Santa Cesarea Terme, the <strong>Spiaggia Porto Miggiano<\/strong> offers a lovely bay. The path down is a bit of an adventure and is definitely not suitable for the elderly, frail, or small children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Santa-Cesarea-Terme.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39312\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39312\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39312 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Santa-Cesarea-Terme-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Santa-Cesarea-Terme-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Santa-Cesarea-Terme-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Santa-Cesarea-Terme-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Santa-Cesarea-Terme.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Salento Santa Cesarea Terme\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Cesarea-Terme.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39314\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39314\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39314 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Cesarea-Terme-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Cesarea-Terme-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Cesarea-Terme-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Cesarea-Terme-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Cesarea-Terme.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Santa Cesarea Terme\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ponte Ciolo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We made a spontaneous stop here, prompted by the sight of several parked cars and quite a few young people \u2013 a twist of fate! From the car, you can&#8217;t quite grasp the impressive surroundings you&#8217;re in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>About 26 meters high, the &#8220;Ponte Ciolo\u201d bridge connects the two sides of a <strong>spectacular gorge<\/strong>. Below, there&#8217;s a stunning swimming cove. The view alone from the bridge down into the gorge is worth a brief stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have more time, you can of course hike down. We suspect it gets pretty busy here in high season. During the off-season, it was pleasantly quiet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Parking<\/em>: Depending on availability, along the road south of the bridge. (However, it can get tricky when it&#8217;s busy.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Ponte-Ciolo.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39253\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39253\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39253 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Ponte-Ciolo-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Ponte-Ciolo-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Ponte-Ciolo-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Ponte-Ciolo-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Ponte-Ciolo.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Ponte Ciolo\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Ponte-Ciolo.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39255\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39255\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39255 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Ponte-Ciolo-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Ponte-Ciolo-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Ponte-Ciolo-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Ponte-Ciolo-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Ponte-Ciolo.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Salento Ponte Ciolo\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Santa Maria di Leuca<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Last but not least, the final stop on our mini road trip along the east coast of Salento: Santa Maria di Leuca. This <strong>southernmost point of Puglia<\/strong> is the perfect spot to enjoy a sunset. We&#8217;ll share our tips for this in the next chapter titled \u201cMust-Visit Cities in Salento.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39298\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39298 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Santa Maria di Leuca\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Must-Visit Cities in Salento<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lecce<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lecce<\/strong>, the largest and one of the most significant cities in Salento, is renowned for its <strong>Baroque architecture<\/strong>. The city is home to some of the most important attractions in Salento, with its numerous <strong>impressive Baroque buildings<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Firstly, there are the many <strong>monumental churches<\/strong> of Lecce, notably the gigantic <strong>cathedral<\/strong>. It dominates the massive Piazza del Duomo. We were particularly amazed by the crypt beneath the cathedral \u2013 wow!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Equally impressive is the <strong>Roman Amphitheater<\/strong> at Piazza Sant\u2019Oronzo. Dating back to the 2nd century, it was actually discovered accidentally during excavations in the early 20th century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;d suggest allocating <strong>half a day<\/strong> for Lecce to see the main attractions. Ideally, you should stay overnight to fully enjoy the great ambiance in the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You can find our detailed travel guide here:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/en\/lecce-travel-guide\/\">Lecce Travel Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Lecce-Amphitheater.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39101\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39101 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Lecce-Amphitheater-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Lecce-Amphitheater-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Lecce-Amphitheater-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Lecce-Amphitheater-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Lecce-Amphitheater.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Lecce Amphitheatre\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Dom-von-Lecce.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39117\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39117\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39117 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Dom-von-Lecce-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Dom-von-Lecce-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Dom-von-Lecce-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Dom-von-Lecce-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Dom-von-Lecce.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Lecce Cathedral\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Lecce-Campanile-Aussicht.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39121\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39121\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39121 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Lecce-Campanile-Aussicht-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Lecce-Campanile-Aussicht-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Lecce-Campanile-Aussicht-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Lecce-Campanile-Aussicht-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Lecce-Campanile-Aussicht.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Lecce Campanile View\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Otranto<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Otranto rightfully ranks among the &#8220;borghi pi\u00f9 belli d\u2019Italia&#8221;, the <strong>most beautiful places in Italy<\/strong>. The cosy vibe of the small port town with its white coloured houses immediately appealed to us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The old town of Otranto, with its maze of narrow alleys, is a little <strong>gem<\/strong> in Salento \u2013 though quite touristy. This becomes evident when you notice the lack of local food vendors or everyday shops in the old town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We recommend setting aside about two hours for your stroll through Otranto. Here are some places and attractions we suggest:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Basilica Cattedrale di Santa Maria Annunziata<\/strong>: The cathedral of Otranto and the city&#8217;s most important sight. It&#8217;s especially famous for its 12th-century floor mosaic. (Little tip: Keep in mind the cathedral&#8217;s lunch break hours!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Castello di Otranto<\/strong>: This old fortress dates back to the 10th century. It houses a museum inside, though we admittedly only admired it only from the outside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lungomare<\/strong>: The palm-lined seafront promenade of Otranto is also worth a visit. It&#8217;s best to walk from the old town to the city beach \u2013 from there, you&#8217;ll have a nice view back towards Otranto.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Apulien.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39279\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39279 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Apulien-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Apulien-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Apulien-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Apulien-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Apulien.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Otranto Puglia\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39287\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39287\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39287 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Otranto Travel Guide\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Kirche.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39281\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39281\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39281 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Kirche-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Kirche-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Kirche-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Kirche-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Otranto-Kirche.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Otranto Church\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gallipoli<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>quaint port town<\/strong> of Gallipoli is also a must-visit. Located on the west coast of Salento, it&#8217;s an ideal spot for enjoying a sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The city&#8217;s Greek origin is no coincidence \u2013 Gallipoli was founded by the Greeks. The old town of Gallipoli sits picturesquely on a rocky island, <strong>connected<\/strong> to the <strong>mainland by a bridge<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll find a <strong>labyrinth of narrow alleys<\/strong> \u2013 quite beautiful, but also quite touristy. Fortunately, the crowds are more manageable in the off-season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We recommend setting aside about two hours for a visit. Don&#8217;t miss the following places and attractions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Castello di Gallipoli<\/strong>: This historic fortress stands prominently at the bridge at the entrance to the old town. Here, you&#8217;ll also find the old fishing harbour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Basilica Cattedrale di Sant\u2019Agata<\/strong>: The cathedral of Gallipoli is currently under renovation (as of Autumn 2022).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spiaggia della Purit\u00e0<\/strong>: The city beach and the best spot for watching the sunset.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Salento.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39272\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39272 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Salento-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Salento-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Salento-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Salento-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Salento.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Gallipoli Salento\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Strand.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39276\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39276 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Strand-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Strand-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Strand-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Strand-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Strand.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Gallipoli Strand\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-11\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39274\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39274\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39274 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Sehenswu\u0308rdigkeiten.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Gallipoli Travel Guide\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Apulien.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39270\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39270\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39270 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Apulien-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Apulien-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Apulien-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Apulien-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Gallipoli-Apulien.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Gallipoli Puglia\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Santa Maria di Leuca<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At the southernmost point of Puglia lies the small coastal town of Santa Maria di Leuca, where the <strong>Adriatic meets the Ionian Sea<\/strong>. We were there before sunset and highly recommend this time of day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most famous attractions is the <strong>Santuario di Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae<\/strong>. It&#8217;s not so much the church itself that makes this place special, but rather the expansive, impressive square, from which you can enjoy a beautiful <strong>view down towards the harbour<\/strong>. There&#8217;s also a lighthouse here \u2013 overall, definitely worth a visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even in the off-season, this spot can get busy before sunset. With a bit of luck, you might find a parking spot right in front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most incredible place for sunset viewing is about a 10-minute drive away at <strong>Cape Punta Ristola<\/strong>. Here, you are truly at the southernmost point of Puglia. The cape&#8217;s exposed location offers spectacular views in both directions \u2013 towards Santa Maria di Leuca and towards the sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can park quite easily right at the cape (though a bit of parking luck is needed). If you&#8217;re good on foot, you can venture out on a little walk a bit further along the cliffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-Kloster.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39294\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39294 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-Kloster-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-Kloster-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-Kloster-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-Kloster-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-Kloster.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Santa Maria di Leuca monastery\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-12\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Santa-Maria-di-Leuca.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39292\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39292\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39292 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Santa-Maria-di-Leuca.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Salento Santa Maria di Leuca\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--portrait\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:801\/1200;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-Sonnenuntergang.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"801\" data-pswp-height=\"1200\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39296\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" data-id=\"39296\" width=\"801\" height=\"1200\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39296 size-large is--portrait\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-Sonnenuntergang-684x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-Sonnenuntergang-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-Sonnenuntergang-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-Sonnenuntergang-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Santa-Maria-di-Leuca-Sonnenuntergang.jpg 801w\" alt=\"Santa Maria di Leuca sunset\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Beaches and Bays in Salento<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Along the <strong>rugged coast of Salento<\/strong>, there are countless swimming coves and beaches \u2013 many tiny and hidden, others wider and more elongated. The bays on the east coast tend to be rocky. If you&#8217;re looking for sandy beaches, you&#8217;ll find them more on the west coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Important Note: In high season, many of the beaches in Salento are packed to the last centimetre. Puglia is a hugely popular destination among Italian tourists as well. To avoid the <strong>crowds<\/strong>, it&#8217;s better to visit in September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Beautiful Beaches in Salento<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Torre Sant\u2019Andrea<\/strong>: This rocky cove is located right on the cliffs of the spectacular east coast of Salento. It gets crowded in summer, but the scenery is truly unique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Baia dei Turchi<\/strong>: A relatively spacious sandy beach with rocky sections. Finding a parking spot in high season can be challenging. For 5 euros, you can park at \u201cParcheggio Baia dei Turchi Tenuta Schito\u201d. From there, a short walk through a pine forest separates you from the beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Spiaggia di Pescoluse<\/strong>: Known as the \u201cMaldives of Salento\u201d, this nickname might be a bit exaggerated, but you can look forward to a very beautiful, fine sandy beach. However, it also gets quite busy in high season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a class=\"pswp-gallery__trigger is--landscape\" style=\"--aspect-ratio:1200\/801;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Stra\u0308nde-Tipps.jpg\" data-pswp-width=\"1200\" data-pswp-height=\"801\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"39319\" sizeSlug=\"large\" linkDestination=\"none\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" class=\" lazyload wp-image-39319 size-large is--landscape\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" srcset=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAQAAAC1HAwCAAAAC0lEQVR42mNkYAAAAAYAAjCB0C8AAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Stra\u0308nde-Tipps-1024x684.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Stra\u0308nde-Tipps-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Stra\u0308nde-Tipps-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Stra\u0308nde-Tipps-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sommertage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Salento-Stra\u0308nde-Tipps.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Salento best beaches\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Otranto city beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Map: All Locations and Tips of our Travel Guide at a Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to get a better overview of the locations of the various places in Salento? On this map, you&#8217;ll find all the places and spots we&#8217;ve mentioned marked. Small tip: For the best experience, click on the rectangle at the top right to save the map to your smartphone (Google Maps app).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1RygrdByjlpKgfClZrAtLqqDwsoPQZ8E&#038;hl=de&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Disclaimer: Affiliate Links<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><em>This travel guide contains our personal recommendations in the form of affiliate links. Which means if you book or purchase something via these links, you still pay the same (nothing changes for you) \u2014 while we receive a small commission for sharing! So it really means a lot to us and we want to say a massive thank you from us both!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Have you ever been to Salento? What attractions, places, or beaches would you recommend? We&#8217;d love to hear from you in the comments below this travel guide!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Salento, the southern peninsula of Puglia, wows you with its spectacular, rugged coastline. 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