Polignano a Mare

Näköalapaikat Polignano a Maressa

Coastal Viewpoints and Caves

Polignano a Mare is built upon 20-meter-high limestone cliffs, carved by the Adriatic Sea into a complex network of over 70 sea caves and natural arches. This selection features the town’s iconic 'balconate' (balconies), including the famous vantage points overlooking the Roman-era bridge at Lama Monachile and the expansive Piazza Ardito. These locations highlight the karst geology of the Apulian coast and provide direct views of the white-washed historic center perched over the water.

Coastal Viewpoints and Caves — Kartta

Renan Bezerra / CC-BY-SA

A

Grotta dell'Arcivescovado

Sea cave located beneath the historic center, historically linked to the Bishop's Palace.

Carlo Pelagalli / CC BY-SA 3.0

B

Balconata Lama Monachile

Panoramic terrace offering the classic view of the white pebble beach and the cliffs of the old town.

Martina Kellnerová / CC-BY-SA

C

Grotta piana - Grotta del basso porto

Shallow sea cave located near the lower harbor area, accessible by sea.

Martina Kellnerová / CC-BY-SA

D

Cala Monachile dal ponte

Vantage point from the 15-meter-high Bourbon bridge overlooking the ancient Via Traiana and the beach below.

Leandro Catelli / CC-BY-SA

E

Grotta delle monache

Secluded coastal sea cave named after local legends, characterized by its narrow opening.

F

Piazza Ardito

Large public square and promenade serving as a primary viewpoint for the southern coastline.

G

Balconata Vico Gualdella

Secluded cliffside viewing terrace located at the terminus of a narrow historic alleyway.

H

Santa Candida

Coastal viewpoint offering perspectives of the rugged limestone cliffs and the Adriatic horizon.

I

Grotta Palazzese

The largest sea cave in the area, used for banquets since the 18th century and now housing a restaurant.

J

Grottone

Large natural opening in the cliffside providing a shaded rocky platform used for swimming and views.

K

Balconata Piazza Ardito

Specific viewing platform on the edge of Piazza Ardito overlooking the sea caves to the south.

L

Arco Cala Di Luna

Natural limestone arch formation situated along the rugged coastline near Cala Paura.

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