What to see and do in Puglia

Must-See Itineraries

Places to visit near Ostuni

Take the opportunity to stay at Agriturismo Salinola in Ostuni and explore the many treasures of the Itria Valley. Based at Agriturismo Salinola, you can easily spend days visiting the splendid Matera in Basilicata, Otranto and Gallipoli. You can also explore the charming castles of Carovigno, Oria and San Vito dei Normanni, as well as the majestic cathedral of Trani and the prehistoric remains of the Egnazia Archaeological Park, all located in the Puglia region.

Cycling in Ostuni

Exploring Puglia's Nature by Bike

Stay at Agriturismo Salinola and embark on a journey to discover Ostuni's territory with thrilling mountain biking excursions along unexplored trails immersed in the extraordinary Ostuni nature. The proposed routes combine paved and dirt paths, offering an authentic experience through the lush Mediterranean scrubland that lines the ancient Via Traiana, a Roman-era route adorned with magnificent olive groves and ancient farmhouses.

The journey, starting from the picturesque Costa Merlata, will take you through millennium-old olive groves up to the hills of Ostuni, allowing you to breathe in the salty sea air along the way.

During the exhilarating mountain biking itinerary, you can admire the hidden wonders of the Ostuni landscape, encountering ancient olive trees and evocative sculptures typical of Puglia, exploring ancient olive mills and caves nestled in the Puglian countryside. Suitable for all ages, the route offers the opportunity to visit ancient farmhouses and enjoy a lunch break before returning.

Biking tours in Ostuni, Puglia, are organized by the Ostuni in Bici association. Here are some of the possible bike excursions near our Agriturismo:

Walking Tours in Ostuni

EXCURSIONS AMONG OLIVE TREES AND NATURE WALKS IN OSTUNI, PUGLIA

Exploring the splendid Valle d'Itria in the heart of the Puglia region through nature excursions means immersing yourself in an authentic and breathtaking landscape. You will traverse country lanes and renowned tratturi, with their characteristic dry stone walls built from local Puglian stone. You will follow trails through forests and explore lesser-known and less frequented areas, which attest to the authenticity of ancient white farmhouses, the most authentic trulli, and natural landscapes.

For example, you can participate in tours among ancient olive trees, walking through the area that stretches between Ostuni and Casalini, across the outskirts. During these walks, you will have the opportunity to get to know and explore the ancient and historic monumental farmhouses of Puglia, the ancient specchie, authentic trulli, and olive mills used for the production of extra virgin olive oil, known as the "green gold" of the Puglia region.

You will have the opportunity to stroll and hike along country tratturi and roads winding through paths immersed in the renowned Mediterranean scrubland. This pristine natural environment will allow you to breathe air rich in oxygen and immerse yourself in the magic of the rural landscape of the entire Valle d'Itria in Puglia. Characterized by green valleys dotted with ancient olive trees, extensive vineyards, and imposing holm oak trees, this region will surprise you with its timeless beauty.

Nature excursions in Ostuni, Puglia, are characterized by a low level of difficulty along the Via dei Colli, a circular nature trail that connects the city of Ostuni to the village of Casalini, a small hamlet of Cisternino.

These nature excursions and walks are organized by the Thalassia Cooperative and are led by highly professional experts well-informed about the natural landscapes immersed in the Mediterranean scrubland. These hillside landscapes, still pristine and little known, allow you to immerse yourself in the past and relive the atmosphere of our ancestors.