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Bauxite Lake (Cava di Bauxite) – Bauxite Lake, Otranto loop from Abbazia di San Nicola di Casole

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Bauxite Lake (Cava di Bauxite) – Bauxite Lake, Otranto loop from Abbazia di San Nicola di Casole

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Bauxite Lake (Cava di Bauxite) – Bauxite Lake, Otranto loop from Abbazia di San Nicola di Casole

03:56

14.8km

140m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

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

Waypoints

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Start point

Restaurant

1

3.38 km

Cippano Farmhouse

Highlight • Historical Site

Masseria Cippano is a fortified farmhouse dating back to the second half of the 16th century, located near Otranto on a path parallel to the coast road that leads to …

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2

7.18 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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3

7.20 km

Bauxite Lake, Otranto

Highlight • Lake

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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4

7.95 km

Baia delle Orte

Highlight • Beach

Quiet location even in August. The small beach of the same name, in the north of the spacious bay, can be reached by climbing. Interesting snorkeling spot in summer.

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5

8.91 km

Orte Trail

Highlight • Trail

a beautiful path along the sea

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6

10.5 km

Serpent Tower

Highlight • Monument

The name is linked to an ancient legend that tells of a snake that every night came up from the cliff to drink the oil that kept the lighthouse lantern …

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7

11.2 km

Sentiero Orte Coastal Views

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful hiking trail. In good weather, you can see Albania. Coastal fortifications and watchtowers accompany you.

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8

11.7 km

Monumental Anchor of Otranto

Highlight • Monument

A beautiful sight through the archway at sunrise over the sea!

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14.8 km

End point

Restaurant

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.95 km

5.15 km

1.60 km

133 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.63 km

2.13 km

1.34 km

1.33 km

270 m

162 m

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