naturalistic itineraries

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…

Gargano National Park: A Treasure Chest of Nature

Gargano National Park is one of the most fascinating and wild corners of Italy. Officially established with the framework law on the protection of areas…

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 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…

“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.

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…

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 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…

Green experiences on the Gargano, a natural paradise

The Gargano National Park is one of the most important parks in Europe and is characterized by an extraordinary variety of landscapes and incredible biodiversity.…

Mooveng: Excursions, tours and E-Bike rental

With Mooveng, green tours and rentals on the Gargano, you can visit the Umbra Forest and the Gargano on board a MTB and E-Bike.

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…

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…

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…

Mergoli-Vignanotica Nature Trail, the "path of love" of the Gargano

The Mergoli-Vignanotica Nature Trail, also known as the Love Trail, is one of the most panoramic and evocative routes in the Gargano. This trail extends between…

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…