4.3
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46
hikers
Former Otranto Bauxite Quarry – Orte Trail loop from Otranto
01:19
4.95km
50m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: August 17, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through a protected area
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Parco Naturale Regionale Costa Otranto - Santa Maria di Leuca e Bosco di Tricase
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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643 m
Bauxite Lake
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784 m
Former Otranto Bauxite Quarry
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1.65 km
Open Bar and Refreshments
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2.13 km
View of Punta Palascia Lighthouse
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2.33 km
Orte Trail
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3.24 km
View of the Grotta Palombara
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3.57 km
Grotta Palombara
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4.95 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
2.83 km
1.09 km
959 m
Surfaces
3.21 km
742 m
615 m
217 m
< 100 m
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Comments
“Otranto cultures”. A simple route enlivened by the passionate explanation of the association's guide, both on the existing flora in the area (I didn't think there were so many varieties of plants), and on the historical notes that have crossed these areas over the years.
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