The Beach Torre dell'Orso is situated in Melendugno, Puglia, Italy, within the province of Lecce. It has earned several environmental accolades, such as the Blue Flag. The beach spans a length of 900 meters and features delicate silver sand along with dunes and cliffs. The sea in the area is transparent and pristine due to the close proximity of the Otranto Strait.
Beach Torre dell'Orso is a popular tourist destination, particularly among young adults and couples. It offers both public and private areas with various amenities such as bars and resorts.
The Bear Tower stands as the primary architectural structure, while the Two Sisters serve as a natural counterpart. The coastal cliffs possess a wealth of caves, including the renowned San Cristoforo cave.
The optimal time to visit is between May and October, although it can become crowded during the summer.
Best bars near Torre dell'Orso include Waikiki Lounge Bar, El Chiringuito Lounge Bar, Lido L'Orsetta, ๐๐๐ซ๐๐๐๐ฎ๐ | RistoBar-B-Q ๐๐๐ฅ๐๐ง๐ญ๐จ, Torre dell'Orso Beach, La Torre, Coffee bar, Bar Belvedere and La salumeria alcolica.
Best restaurants near Torre dell'Orso include Publito, Modo Bar & Kitchen, Primo Trattoria, Bistrรฒ 6.3, La puccia paccia, Soul Food and ๐๐๐ซ๐๐๐๐ฎ๐ | RistoBar-B-Q ๐๐๐ฅ๐๐ง๐ญ๐จ.
Visitor reviews highlight that the beach has warm water and small waves, making it ideal for families with kids. However, it can get very crowded in high season and finding a spot on the sand can be difficult. Some visitors also complain about expensive sun umbrellas and scarce parking in peak season.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 40.2713711 / Longitude: 18.4310853
Torre dell'Orso is located in Puglia. The following map of Torre dell'Orso shows the exact location.
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