Urban tour of Taranto – loop from the railway station

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Taranto

Urban tour of Taranto – loop from the railway station

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Urban tour of Taranto – loop from the railway station

01:38

6.25km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 25, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.55 km

Doric Columns of the Temple of Poseidon

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Archaeological site - here was once a Doric temple from the Greek period. Two pillars still bear witness to the former construction.

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1.67 km

Aragonese Castle, Taranto

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The origins of the fortress of Taranto date back to Byzantine times. The current appearance of the complex dates back to Ferdinand of Aragon, who had the outdated castle converted …

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2.18 km

Piazza Marinai d'Italia

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The Government Palace is a building with an imposing and monumental shape, the seat of the Prefecture and of the provincial administration, located in front of the Rotonda Marinai d'Italia. …

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3.65 km

Piazza Maria Immacolata

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Piazza Maria Immacolata is one of the most beautiful and popular squares in Taranto. It is located in the city centre, between the main shopping and cultural streets and was …

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4.40 km

Taranto Swing Bridge

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Taranto's old town lies on an island between the Mare Piccolo and Mare Grande, connected to the mainland by only two bridges. Many people here still make their living from …

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6.25 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.09 km

1.90 km

1.27 km

Surfaces

3.36 km