Bauxite Lake (Cava di Bauxite) – Punta Palascia Lighthouse loop from Otranto

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Bauxite Lake (Cava di Bauxite) – Punta Palascia Lighthouse loop from Otranto

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Bauxite Lake (Cava di Bauxite) – Punta Palascia Lighthouse loop from Otranto

05:06

18.7km

270m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 4, 2026

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Parco Naturale Regionale Costa Otranto - Santa Maria di Leuca e Bosco di Tricase

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1.49 km

Bauxite Lake (Cava di Bauxite)

Highlight • Lake

The lake offers a truly suggestive panorama: the green of the water rich in bauxite and minerals contrasts with the intense red of the surrounding land.

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1.51 km

Bauxite Lake, Otranto

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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 …

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3.43 km

Coastal view at Parco Naturale Regionale Costa Otranto - Santa Maria di Leuca e Bosco di Tricase

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definitely recommended for this view.

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4.34 km

Baia delle Orte

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Name that derives from "ortor", point where "the sun rises". Completely isolated and unpopulated coves that can be reached by crossing a path that climbs into a pine forest.

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5.17 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 …

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5.46 km

Punta Palascia Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Punta Palascìa is the easternmost point of Italy.

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8.21 km

Macchia Cave (Shepherd's Cave)

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splendid view of the island S. Emiliano

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9.80 km

St. Emilian Tower

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It is located 50 meters above sea level. Built in the 16th century during the reign of Charles V, it had defensive functions like all the other coastal towers.

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