
If you’re planning a vacation to the stunning coastal regions of Basilicata or Apulia in Italy then check out some of the amazing Blue Flag beaches here! This South Eastern part of Italy has a superb coastline, stuffed with stretches of white sand, fascinating caves and diving spots and much more.
There are lots of lovely cities, towns and villages to visit as you pass through, each one with something special to add to your holiday experience!
Why not stay at a charming vacation rental in Apulia where you can easily reach the spectacular coastline for a few days beside the seaside!
The lovely rural Blue Flag beach of Maratea in Basilicata is the perfect mix of sand, pebbles and rock. There are some beautiful coastal villages nearby to the beach where you could gather the makings of a delicious picnic lunch to be enjoyed overlooking the glittering sea.
There are lots of lovely cities, towns and villages to visit as you pass through, each one with something special to add to your holiday experience!
Why not stay at a charming vacation rental in Apulia where you can easily reach the spectacular coastline for a few days beside the seaside!
The lovely rural Blue Flag beach of Maratea in Basilicata is the perfect mix of sand, pebbles and rock. There are some beautiful coastal villages nearby to the beach where you could gather the makings of a delicious picnic lunch to be enjoyed overlooking the glittering sea.

The urban rocky Blue Flag beach of Castro La Sorgente is located right on the bottom heel of Italy in Apulia. This region boasts a spectacular long coastline, full of mysterious sea caves and gorges just waiting to be explored! This glorious meeting of land and sea has some perfect amenities along the way that offer equipment and lessons for water sports such as sea kayaking, snorkelling and scuba diving to name but a few.
Stop off in Marina di Ginosa, a gorgeous boat port and urban sandy beach that’s tucked just inside Italy’s ‘heel’. As with all perfectly maintained Blue Flag beaches, Marina di Ginosa supplies fresh drinking water for free and is wheelchair accessible.
Stop off in Marina di Ginosa, a gorgeous boat port and urban sandy beach that’s tucked just inside Italy’s ‘heel’. As with all perfectly maintained Blue Flag beaches, Marina di Ginosa supplies fresh drinking water for free and is wheelchair accessible.

There is a wonderful collection of Blue Flag beaches and marinas in Melendugno in Apulia worth seeing. Why not stop off at a few of these during your sunny travels of Southern Italy?
There are also a few popular Blue Flag beaches located at Ostuni where there are plenty of fun land and water sports to enjoy under the gorgeous sunshine. Why not bring along a tasty picnic lunch and make a day out at the seaside!
Come and see these little pieces of paradise for yourself and be guaranteed of a fully enriched holiday experience along Italy’s coastline!
There are also a few popular Blue Flag beaches located at Ostuni where there are plenty of fun land and water sports to enjoy under the gorgeous sunshine. Why not bring along a tasty picnic lunch and make a day out at the seaside!
Come and see these little pieces of paradise for yourself and be guaranteed of a fully enriched holiday experience along Italy’s coastline!
Photo credits
picture 2: Salento81 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Pava / CC BY-SA 3.0
picture 2: Salento81 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Pava / CC BY-SA 3.0