The itinerary begins in Bari, the seagull of the Adriatic, where a trip to the Basilica di San Nicola and the Norman-Swabian castle is an absolute must. We continue south-bound along the coast road (Strada Statale 16) as far as Polignano a Mare, characterised by a stunning historical centre nestled along imposing cliffs and by panoramic terrace-cultivations overlooking the open sea. To round off, continuing southwards, the town of Ostuni constitutes another obligatory stop, for an amble along the historical centre’s steep narrow lanes and a visit to the imposing Gothic-Romanesque cathedral.
Type
Motorbike
Period:
June - July - August - September
Duration
We recommend this itinerary for a three-day trip: the first day in Bari (full day), the second in Polignano a Mare (full day) and the third in Ostuni (full day), perhaps making additional stops to purchase typical local products (such as the extra virgin olive oil “Collina di Brindisi”) or to spend half a day relaxing in any one of the countless seaside resorts on route.
Not to be missed:
Basilica di San Nicola (Bari) Norman-Swabian Castle (Bari) Historical Centre (Polignano a Mare) Ostuni Cathedral (Ostuni)
Sources: Redazione Updated on: 09/08/2011
Project created in collaboration with InnovaPuglia.
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