Grotta Figazzano: Trulli, Landscape and Rural Apulia

Grotta Figazzano combines a distinctive trulli complex with experiences in the landscape, local produce and paths through the Itria Valley.

Trulli and rural character

Agriturismo Grotta di Figazzano is located in a complex of nine trulli, each with nine cones, dating from the 19th century. The trulli complex preserves the features of traditional rural homes. As a result, Grotta Figazzano focuses not only on the landscape but also on an architectural form closely associated with rural Apulia.

Gardens, cave and landscape

The Giardini di Pomona are located in Contrada Figazzano in Cisternino. The gardens cover ten hectares and include around 1,000 varieties of fruit trees, including a collection of 560 varieties of the species Ficus carica. Grotta di Figazzano is connected to a natural cave and is a destination on a trekking route. Those interested in nature can therefore expand their stay to include gardens, fruit varieties and hiking trails.

Distinguishing between similar place names

The precise designation is important for locating the area: the Grotte di Figazzano is situated on the provincial road to Martina Franca and should be distinguished from Contrada Figazzano in the Cisternino area. Agriturismo Grotta di Figazzano, on the other hand, is located in Contrada Grotta di Figazzano on Strada Provinciale 14 at kilometre 12 between Ostuni and Martina Franca. When planning your journey locally, you should use the full name, Contrada Grotta di Figazzano, Strada Provinciale 14, kilometre 12, and the location between Ostuni and Martina Franca together for directions.

Routes through the surrounding area

The restored Ciclovia dell’Acquedotto Pugliese begins in Contrada Figazzano, a small trulli village in the surroundings of Cisternino. It runs along a section of the main channel of the Apulian Aqueduct through olive groves, vineyards, rows of oak trees, farmland, family gardens, forests and orchards. A trekking route in the Itria Valley runs along the SP 14 Ostuni–Martina towards Ostuni and turns left at the signs for Grotta di Figazzano.

Own produce and seasonal insights

Agriturismo Grotta di Figazzano sells its own organically grown produce. This includes tomato passata, extra virgin olive oil, wine, honey, eggs, preserves and seasonal fruit. During the respective season, guests can take part in or watch the manual harvesting of grapes and honey. The respective season is a key factor when planning your journey locally, because participation in or observation of the grape and honey harvest is season-dependent.

Further options on site

On request, the agriturismo offers excursions and transfers for an additional charge. There is also a 6 × 12 metre swimming pool.

Further places for your travel planning

San Donaci, Villa Castelli, Francavilla Fontana, Ostuni, Caranna, Latiano, Fasano, Lendinuso

For the higher-level travel overview: Brindisi.