Vieste

A walk in the historic center

Stroll through the historic center of Vieste discovering breathtaking panoramic views from time to time.
Don't miss visiting the Cathedral of Vieste and the Castle (by reservation only).

Vieste changes completely in the summer months.
The houses of the historic center are transformed into small shops and every corner of the village comes to life.
In summer the nightlife moves on the beaches, "Ultima Spiaggia" above all.

Practicing sports activities in Vieste

Vieste is a perfect tourist destination for sports such as windsurfing and kitesurfing, given the constant wind that blows on the north coast.

One of the most evocative ways to discover the beauty of the Gargano National Park is to join the wonderful bike tours departing from Vieste, suitable for both expert and amateur cyclists.

Thanks to the service offered by Mooveng, you can request the bike of your choice at your accommodation and request itineraries suited to your level.

Guided or self-guided bike tours (with the help of a GPS) are available year-round, even in summer, choosing the nearby, cool Umbra Forest (learn more).

The shallow waters of its coasts allow the practice of sports on the beach for the more adults and make the beach perfectly usable for the kids.

Vi suggeriamo di visitare la Costa di Vieste per scoprire splendidi panorami e baie selvagge e meravigliose.

- Getting around without a car in Vieste

In summer Vieste offers numerous mobility opportunities without the use of a car.

In addition to the normal buses that connect Vieste to the Gargano cities all year round, there is a public/private transport network that will allow you to reach numerous beaches and attractions in summer.

Here is the Link (click here) from which to download the urban and extra-urban public transport timetables of Vieste.
The bus service that connects La Foresta Umbra departs from Vieste in summer, operating on Wednesdays.

If you want to take part in a tour from Vieste by e-bike you can ask for the availability of the private shuttle service of the organizing company (mooveng) by writing on +39 328/9559567 (WhatsApp).

Finally, a valid green and fun alternative is to rent an E-Bike with delivery in your hotel.
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Visit the coast of Vieste by sea

The coast that goes from Vieste and Mattinata is wild and fantastic if visited by sea.
You can choose to visit the coast by boat or in a more natural way with SUP (click here).
Alternatively you can choose one of the boat tours, departing from Vieste. (click here).

Among the many sports to practice near Vieste, there is the use of a Transparent Canoe (more info).

The video of the Gargano Coast seen from a Transparent Canoe

- Visit a Trabucco of Gargano

Gargano is famous for its Trabucchi, ancient hand-built fishing machines.
The project for rinascita dei trabucchi storici was born in Vieste, thanks to which it is possible to visit these "ancient machines" and watch fishing on the trabucco.
Take part in one of the trebuchet tours, an incredible experience with social values.
The proceeds from the tours are, in fact, used to renovate new trabucchi and create a school for trabuccolanti, the ancient craft of building trabucchi.

- Staircase of lovers in Vieste

Vieste is a romantic town, with breathtaking views and secret glimpses. At the beginning of September Vieste dedicates an entire event to love with the Vieste in Love event.
If you are in Vieste in another period, do not be afraid.

You will have the opportunity to take a photo in the beautiful staircase of lovers in Vieste.
The verses of the song of "The legend of Cristalda and Pizzomunno" written by Max Gazzè and presented at the Sanremo festival in 2018 were drawn on the staircase.

- Our favorite beaches of Vieste

Vieste can count on a large number of beaches.
All the beaches around the city center are easily accessible, sandy and with shallow water.
Among these, how not to mention the Pizzomunno beach with the famous Pizzomunno monolith.

Moving towards Peschici we suggest a visit to some wonderful sandy beaches, including
Cala Molinella beach and San Lorenzo beach, both with views of the magnificent trabucchi of the Gargano and La Chianca beach, a beach characterized by a very suggestive islet.

Moving on the side that goes from Vieste and Mattinata, it will be possible to reach Baia San Felice, Baia di Campi, Porto Greco and Cala della Pergola.
Baia San Felice is the only one of the four with a sandy bottom.
The Bay of San Felice takes its name from the homonymous Tower of San Felice and the Architect of San Felice, for obliged to take an unforgettable photo.
The Bay has a guarded parking spot.

The other three beaches are characterized by sandy shores made up of pebbles, crystal clear sea and a seabed that degrades quickly.
Porto Greco can be reached with a fairly demanding walk in a pine forest, while Baia di Campi and Cala la Pergola have easier access.

These are very sought-after beaches, where it is not easy to find parking in the summer, in the high season.
Be early in the morning to be able to find a place and enjoy the sun and the most beautiful colors.

- Necropolis La Salata near Vieste

8 km from Vieste there's "La Salata", one of the most important necropolises in the Mediterranean
Located in an area of ​​6000 square meters, called Oasi La Salata, from the name of the stream that runs through it, it is an early Christian burial complex, consisting of over 300 tombs carved into the rock dating back to the III-IV century. A.D. . It is assumed that it was the cemetery of the Roman villa of Merino, an ancient farm.

It is a much loved destination by historians, tourists and archeology enthusiasts. We recommend a visit to the necropolis accompanied by a guide.
You can book your visit to the necropolis La Salata (click here).

- Events in Vieste

Vieste stands out for its recurring events that you simply cannot miss!
Here is a list of events not to be missed in Vieste:

Among the events not to be missed on the Gargano, we recommend Festambiente Sud, a traveling music and art festival that enlivens the August nights on the Gargano and ends in Vieste (info here).
Every year, Festambiente Sud focuses on a topical theme, exploring it through music, poetry, tastings, and much more.

The Gargano is decked out in “passion red” for Vieste in Love, an event dedicated to lovers.
The historic center of Vieste is transformed into the perfect setting for all lovers.
The event takes place in early September (info here).

We conclude with the goodness of the Gargano EVO Oil Week, dedicated to the green gold of the Gargano.
During this festival, there are numerous events where you can taste the many types of EVO oil from the Gargano in extraordinary locations.
We recommend booking for events (info here).

- What to see around Vieste

We recommend that you visit the surroundings of Vieste, in the Gargano National Park.
You can start with a visit to Monte Sant'Angelo (click here), a UNESCO site city for the Basilica of San Michele.
Do not miss the Rione Junno, the millenary district of Monte Sant'Angelo.
It is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Puglia, where life flows slowly, as in the past.

Continue your visit in the city of Manfredonia (click here), discovering the castle and the church of Santa Maria di Siponto.
Have you ever seen a "ghost church"?
We recommend that you visit the church of Santa Maria di Siponto at Sunset (info here).

If you are a bit hot or you simply like unspoiled nature, you cannot miss a visit to the Umbra Forest (click here), a UNESCO site for its beech woods.

In the Umbra Forest, you can enjoy numerous activities for adults and children, including hiking, mountain biking, and e-biking.
You can book this amazing experience with Mooveng!

Find out more about what to do in the Gargano near Vieste (click here).

Where to sleep in Vieste

Here are our choices for a Vieste stay:

- Estlevante B&B:
If you want to sleep in the heart of Vieste, this is the B&B for you!
Excellent cleanliness and excellent breakfast with panoramic views. Close to Pizzomunno beach. (info here)

- I Tesori del Sud farmhouse:
A little away from the historic center of Vieste and the confusion of the beaches, it has the ideal location for those seeking relaxation in a very nice environment.
It offers self-catering bungalows, a beautiful garden with an outdoor swimming pool, and has an excellent restaurant / pizzeria.
It has agreements with the beaches and they rent bicycles. (info here)

- Cala Molinella:
In the Bay of Molinella between Vieste and Peschici, it is an Eco-Village that is very attentive to the customer and the environment.
The managers organize eco-sustainable tours and are the managers of a very nice beach. (info here)

Travel Tips:

- Numerous ferries leave from the port of Vieste to the Tremiti islands;

- Finding parking in the center of Vieste in high season can be very complicated!;

- The beaches of Vieste are sandy, with shallow waters and are stormed during periods of high season;

- You can visit the coast and the sea caves by sea (in the direction of Mattinata) renting an inflatable boat or entrusting yourself to the many tours that start from the coast (Mass Tour !!!);

- The Tours we offer have a pick-up service up from Vieste (click here for more information);

- It will be possible to organize self-guided bike tours or plan your cycling holiday in the Gargano National Park on the GAG ​​(learn more);

- The cycling routes in the Gargano National Park are among the most beautiful you'll find on your Puglia bike trip;