Guide to the most beautiful itineraries among nature, history and breathtaking landscapes

Salento is a land that enchants with its authentic beauty: dry stone walls, centuries-old olive groves, fragrant countryside and spectacular views that blend in a perfect balance between nature and tradition.

For those who love walking and immersing themselves in landscapes, Salento offers surprising trekking routes, among wild cliffs, natural parks, ancient villages and pristine coast.

The Cipolliane Trail

A breathtaking itinerary that winds between sky and sea along the splendid Adriatic coast. The route takes its name from the suggestive Cipolliane Caves, ancient natural shelters dug into the limestone rock. Walking among the fragrant Mediterranean scrub and the cliffs overlooking the sea, you can enjoy spectacular views and observe seagulls, hawks and numerous other species typical of the coastal environment.

The Salt Road – From the Bauxite Quarry to Porto Badisco

An exciting itinerary that starts from the Bauxite Quarry, one of the most fascinating and surreal places in Salento, located near Otranto. Once an extraction site, today it has become a small natural lake set in a landscape of intense and contrasting colors: the bright red of the earth, the brilliant green of the vegetation and the turquoise of the water create an almost lunar scenario.

Regional Natural Park of the Otranto Coast – Santa Maria di Leuca and Bosco di Tricase

A protected area of ​​extraordinary beauty that embraces cliffs overlooking the sea, coastal pine forests, ancient watchtowers and hidden beaches. The paths are ideal for excursions in every season and allow you to discover the unique biodiversity of the eastern coast of Salento.

Sentiero delle Serre Salentine

This itinerary crosses the highest hills of Salento, the so-called serre, offering views as far as the eye can see of the countryside and the sea. The route winds through woods, olive groves and rural villages, touching places of great historical and naturalistic value.

Salina dei Monaci – Between nature and birdwatching

A gentle and silent path immersed in the natural reserve of Salina dei Monaci, an ideal habitat for pink flamingos, herons, and migratory birds. An excursion suitable for everyone, perfect for lovers of nature photography and relaxation just a stone’s throw from the sea.

Walking to Discover the Soul of Salento

Trekking in Salento is much more than a simple sporting activity: it is an immersive experience that involves all the senses, a slow journey to discover a land rich in history, nature and spirituality. Trekking means slowing down, getting in tune with the rhythms of nature, discovering hidden corners that escape mass tourism. It is an invitation to let yourself be surprised, to rediscover contact with the land and with yourself.