Torre dell'Orso cliff viewpoint – Acaya Castle loop from Melendugno

Torre dell'Orso cliff viewpoint – Acaya Castle loop from Melendugno

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Torre dell'Orso cliff viewpoint – Acaya Castle loop from Melendugno

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67.4km

240m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

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After 28.5 km for 230 m

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19.2 km

Torre dell'Orso (Tower of the Bear)

Highlight • Monument

Torre dell'orso ... known for its beach of fine silver sand, however, occupied by several bathing establishments.

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20.0 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 …

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21.1 km

Archaeological Site of Roca

Highlight • Historical Site

archaeological area with interesting remains, in addition to the view of the tower.

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21.7 km

Torre di Roca Vecchia

Highlight • Monument

It's well known that this area is home to a unique archaeological park. Researchers come from all over to study the site. Its history predates the Roman Empire and the Messapian civilization.

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24.3 km

Tower of San Foca

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Today the seat of the Harbor Master's Office, after the overly invasive restoration discussed, it still holds the primacy of symbol of the town that hosts tourists and locals to …

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28.6 km

Specchia Ruggeri Tower

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The tower is part of an extensive defensive system spread along the Apulian and overall Salento coasts, referring to the XV and XVI centuries. Built by Charles V in 1584, …

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30.8 km

Le Cesine Nature Reserve

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The Oasis, which covers about 380 hectares, is one of the most preserved and important humid environments in southern Italy, the last survivor of the vast swampy and wooded area …

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37.0 km

Acaya Castle

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The Castle of Acaya was built to protect the fortified citadel by Gian Giacomo dell'Acaya, trusted architect of Charles V, who had been entrusted with the strengthening of the defensive …

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