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Torre dell'Orso cliff viewpoint – Bauxite Lake, Otranto loop from Poggiardo

Torre dell'Orso cliff viewpoint – Bauxite Lake, Otranto loop from Poggiardo

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Torre dell'Orso cliff viewpoint – Bauxite Lake, Otranto loop from Poggiardo

06:57

115km

620m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 24, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 86.6 km for 113 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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823 m

Bosco Le Caselle

Forest

19.6 km

Ruins

26.4 km

Il Casale di Quattro Macine

Archaeological Site

30.4 km

Sanctuary of Our Lady of Montevergine

Highlight • Religious Site

The sanctuary of the Madonna di Montevergine is surrounded by lush vegetation, the first construction dates back to 1595. It is said that, during the year of its construction, a shepherd boy, who was intent on carving a log of wood, lost his knife and he began to look for him anxiously, without being able to find him.

The shepherd boy, whose name is unknown, also searched among the brambles and suddenly saw a strong light and a beautiful lady who handed him the small knife. The woman was the Madonna who, enveloped in light, invited him to return to the village and to inform the parish priest so that they could all go to that place, which then took the name of "Monte Giove".

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35.9 km

Parco Naturale di Torcito

Forest

67.8 km

Torre dell'Orso cliff viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this stretch of road and stopping in the parking area, you can admire the panorama of the sandstone cliffs of Torre dell'Orso. It is perhaps one of the most famous places in Salento with naturalistic, historical and cultural interest, with crystal clear sea, a 16th century tower and the archaeological excavations of Roca Vecchia.

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71.6 km

Lovers' Arch

Highlight • Natural Monument

Stretch of coast among the most scenic of Salento and for this reason among the most popular and admired places. To fully enjoy the suggestion I suggest visiting it in periods of low tourist turnout.

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71.6 km

Torre Sant'Andrea Rock Formations

Highlight • Natural Monument

The main beach, subject to the genius of nature, is protected from the winds and the sea is often calm and enjoyable by all.

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78.6 km

Mouth of the Alimini Lakes

Highlight • Lake

Here the Alimini Lakes reach the sea. The lake closest to the coast, called Alimini Grande, is of lagoon origin and is made up of brackish water. The smallest, on the other hand, called Alimini Piccolo or Fontanelle, is fed by underground springs and is therefore composed of fresh water. The two lakes are in communication through a channel called Lu Strittu. The whole lake area is of particular naturalistic importance as it offers shelter to various species of migratory birds in their movements from north to south. The flora surrounding the two basins is also unique and there are very rare plant species.

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79.8 km

Baia dei Turchi

Beach

86.6 km

Spiaggia dei Gradoni

Beach

88.1 km

Chiesa dell'Immacolata

Ruins

92.1 km

Bauxite Lake, Otranto

Highlight • Lake

The discovery of the deposit and its exploitation date back to 1940. Following its abandonment 30 years later, the numerous water infiltrations due to the underground aquifers have allowed the formation of a small lake with a very particular color.
All this creates a suggestive environment immersed in the typical Mediterranean scrub with shades ranging from emerald green to intense red. Today the area, completely re-naturalized, hosts luxuriant pine forests and paths and is used for agricultural-pastoral activities as well as a destination for walking and outdoor activities.

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96.0 km

Punta Palascìa lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

The road that leads from Otranto to the lighthouse is a provincial road, therefore suitable for all bikes, but it is possible to go down to the lighthouse only if you have a Mtb or a gravel bike (not suitable for bdc because it is a dirt road). If possible, it is worth going down to the lighthouse, stopping sitting on the rock to take a break looking at the immensity of the sea. To be avoided in summer during the hottest hours.

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102 km

Porto Badisco Bay

Highlight • Beach

Porto Badisco is a seaside resort in Salento, in the municipality of Otranto, and is famous for its bay of sand and rocks, with crystal clear sea and unspoiled nature. Porto Badisco is linked to the legend of the landing place of Aeneas, the Trojan hero who fled from his destroyed city and landed on this coast, as described in Virgil's Aeneid

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114 km

Porta Nord

Archaeological Site

115 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

52.4 km

40.9 km

6.65 km

6.45 km

5.13 km

3.77 km

318 m

Surfaces

43.2 km

37.8 km

26.3 km

6.73 km

938 m

539 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

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Weather

Friday 10 July

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17°C

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