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Scenic Route

Puglia Coastal Drive (Salento)

Lecce → Gallipoli
180 km
3-4 Days

About This Route

The 'heel' of the Italian boot. This route loops around the Salento peninsula, featuring turquoise waters, whitewashed coastal towns, and ancient olive groves. The terrain is notably flatter than Northern Italy, with gentle coastal curves and minimal inclines. Visit Lecce (the Florence of the South) and the crystal-clear beaches of Gallipoli. Perfect for slow, sun-drenched cruising.

Points of Interest

Otranto Cathedral

monument

Grotta della Poesia

nature

Lecce Historic Center

town

Route Highlights

CoastSunFlatOlive Groves

Route Information

Distance180 km
Est. Duration3-4 Days
StartLecce
EndGallipoli
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