While the long coastlline of the region boasts many incredible beaches, those who have found a villa in Apulia and are looking to spend a day at a beach that remains untouched and undeveloped and, instead, is a preserved natural beauty, should definitely plan to head to the Dunes of Campomarino in Taranto.
Some of the best-preserved dunes in all of Italy, in fact, the Dunes of Campomarino are an extraordinary natural wonder that stretch out over 41 hectares and astound visitors with their amazing views, varied flora and fauna, and outstanding colours. Lush green Mediterranean scrub, gleaming white sands, impossibly blue and clear waters, and pops of bright pinks, purples, yellows, and more from the wildflowers all paint an incredibly lovely image.
With hiking routes, a free beach, amazing surroundings and panoramas, perfect conditions for snorkelling, pleasant water temperatures for swimming, and brilliant places for taking in the sunset over the coast, the gorgeous Dunes of Campomarino have lots to offer visitors, though there are aren't all of the built-up facilities that one might find at other beaches such as showers, restaurants, bars, etc. Instead of any of those conveniences and amenities, you will get a wonderful and unspoiled stretch of the coast to enjoy.
In recent years, the dunes have been at risk from nearby developments, fire, and other man-made dangers but they remain some of the most important and unaltered dunes in the area. Steps have been taken to protect them and we hope that they will continue to remain such an incredible natural habitat and beauty that everyone can enjoy.
Certainly, if you book a vacation rental in Apulia and you love a day at the beach and prefer your strands untouched as you are a nature-lover, then the Dunes of Campomarino are a definite must-see in this magical part of Italy!