Through the countryside of Puglia you will come across numerous traditional farms (or Masseria), symbols of the local rural transformation. Start from the Abissinia, Masella and Pozzo di Sarro farms of Palagianello. In the afternoon, move on to the Museo della Civiltà Contadina, the Masseria Lupoli in Crispiano and, a few kilometres away, on the road to Martina Franca, the Masseria Russoli, managed by the State Forester and home to the Martina Franca donkey breeding farm. Thirteen kilometres outside Martina Franca, on via per Noci, lies the Masseria Galeone, currently housing the State Forester riding centre
Type
Car
Period:
January - February - March - April - May - June
Duration
Arriving in the province of Lecce from that of Taranto, you can admire an incredible variety of Masseria types. We recommend this itinerary for a three-day trip: the first day in Palagianello and Crispiano, the second in Martina Franca, and the last in Veglie and Vernole.
Not to be missed:
Museo Archeologico Nazionale in Taranto Basilica di San Martino and Museo delle Pianelle in Martina Franca Castello di Acaya
Useful informations
While touring the Masserie of Martina Franca, you may stop for a picnic in the pleasant Parco delle Pianelle, and go for a stroll along one of the recommended trails.
Special events
The annual Itria Valley festival in Martina Franca, now at its 33rd edition, is held in late July and in the first week of September. Also of interest is the Carnevale del Fegatino in Crispiano, usually held the third week of July.
Sources: Updated on: 09/08/2011
Project created in collaboration with InnovaPuglia.
Regione Puglia
Regione Puglia