Gallipoli - General Info
Description:
Gallipoli is approximately 28 km north of Santa Maria di Leuca on the East side of the Gulf of Taranto. It has a commercial port and a number of private marina/sailing clubs. The picturesque old town is located on a limestone island connected to the new town by a causeway built more than 400 years ago.
Take care to avoid the entry prohibited area just west of the old town and the shallow area and shipwreck just north of the harbour breakwater.
Position:
40°03.584’ N, 17°58.984’ E (commercial harbour entrance)
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Gallipoli is a nice Mediterranean town. The old city is worth a walkthrough. In the newer part, on the Corso Roma, which ends at the harbour, you’ll find everything you need. I was at the Marina Bleu Salento, all year open, very friendly and helpful. There may be cheaper places around, as you find them in your books. But I arrived at night in winter bad weather ahead, and this Marina provides the best all-around shelter.
I also took a walk to the southern harbour which looked a bit uncomfortable at stronger southerlies.
Like Otranto on the east side of Puglia, Gallipoli is the alternative to St. Maria di Leuca when a little stronger winds from the south are expected.