naturalistic itineraries

The wetlands of the Gargano

The Gargano, a splendid promontory that rises majestically in southern Italy, holds within it some of the most precious and fascinating wetlands of the…

The sea caves of Vieste

The coast of the Gargano, especially the stretch that goes from Vieste to Mattinata is one of the most evocative landscapes of Puglia: high…

The Pizzomunno

Pizzomunno is an imposing limestone monolith 25 meters high. It is located at the beginning of the beach south of the town, called "del Castello"…

The Umbra Forest

The Foresta Umbra nature reserve is a protected natural area located in the innermost part of the Gargano National Park. He owes his…

The Apulian Oil, the precious Extra Virgin Olive Oil preferred by the Italians

Impossible to talk about Puglia and Apulian cuisine without referring to the gold of this land: the extra virgin olive oil. Apulian culture and…

“Févè e chècozz”: the Viestana recipe with broad beans and pumpkin

We offer you a typical Viestana autumn recipe, simple and genuine, in which the local culinary tradition is enhanced by the gastronomic excellence of the Gargano.

Excursions in the nature of the Gargano

The territory of Vieste, as well as that of the Gargano in general, is characterized by a great diversity of landscapes, which makes the holiday…

Caciocavallo Podolico

Caciocavallo is one of the symbols of Apulian gastronomy. This round-shaped cheese probably owes its name to the custom of hanging the wheels…

Holidays with pets in Vieste: animal friendly city

Are you thinking about your next holiday destination accompanied by your dog? Probably Vieste is the best choice. In the town of Vieste for years they have brought…

The bay and the arch of San Felice

A small paradise surrounded by greenery, the bay of San Felice offers a pretty little beach (about 100 meters wide) with shallow sandy bottom. To complete…

Jeep Safari Excursions

Discover the naturalistic beauties of the Gargano aboard a Jeep, visiting the Umbra Forest and other naturalistic areas to discover the less…

Trekking, Mountain Bike and Bicycle Touring

Here you will find some maps and itineraries for trekking and mountain biking in Vieste made available by the Hotel Ponte and by the Gal Gargano Itinerari Foresta Umbra,…

Vieste by Mountain Bike

Vieste and the Gargano can reserve many surprises for mountain bike lovers. Renowned for its sandy beaches and beautiful…

Monte Sacro Abbey

Monte Sacro, thanks to its 872 meters of altitude, can boast the toponym of "mountain". It is the confirmation that sacredness manifests itself above all…