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Mola di Bari

⭐ 8.3

The fishing town, between Angevin castle and historic port

Mola was refounded in 1277 by Charles I of Anjou on an older site; the castle dates from this period. The Venetians attempted to take it in 1495 but were unsuccessful. At the beginning of the 17th century, the fiefdom passed to the Vaaz family, and the town obtained its freedom in 1755. Regarding traditions, the Saint Joseph bonfires are lit on March 19, the Madonna d’Altomare is celebrated in early July, and the Palio dei Capatosta brings the summer to life. In the bakeries, focaccia is a local specialty.
🕒1 to 2 h — Quick visit | 3 to 4 h — Recommended visit | Half-day — Full visit sur place
🌊Sea in town (low and rocky coast); 20 min by car to Lama Monachile (Polignano a Mare, 17 km)
📅Year-round; summer to enjoy the port and maritime atmosphere, spring and autumn to visit the historic center in peace.
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Infos pratiques à Mola di Bari

Les informations utiles à connaître avant ta visite.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Parking
The historic center can be visited on foot. Park on the outskirts of the center and follow local signage (free or paid parking depending on the zones).

⛔ Zone ZTL

📅 From September 16 to May 31 The Mola di Bari ZTL concerns Piazza XX Settembre and neighboring streets. 📅 Public Holidays Limited access from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM 📅 From June 1 to September 15 Every day Limited access from 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM ℹ️ Electronic monitoring is planned, with no announced start date. ℹ️ ZTL schedules and rules may change. Always check the signage at the zone entrance to avoid fines.

🌊 Mer la plus proche

Lama Monachile (Polignano a Mare)
Distance : 17000

🎉 Événements locaux

  • Falò di San Giuseppe — 19 March — Traditional Saint Joseph’s bonfires.
  • Festa della Madonna d’Altomare — First weekend of July — Summer religious festival around the church of the Madonna d’Altomare, south of the town.
  • Palio dei Capatosta — July — Mola di Bari’s traditional summer palio.

🛍️ Marchés locaux

  • Mercato settimanale di Mola di Bari — Saturday — Traditional weekly market — Mola di Bari's weekly market, every Saturday.

✨ Ambiance

Portuaire, animée, populaire, tournée vers la mer

⭐ Ce qui rend ce lieu unique

Remarkably preserved Angevin castle, one of the most active fishing ports in Puglia, authentic maritime atmosphere.

💡 Bon à savoir avant ta visite

Information non renseignée pour le moment.

🔥 Activités populaires

Visit the Castello Angioino, stroll along the fishing port, taste fresh fish and focaccia, discover the Chiesa Matrice.

🕒 Temps de visite conseillé

1 to 2 h — Quick visit | 3 to 4 h — Recommended visit | Half-day — Full visit

🗓️ Temps de séjour conseillé

1 to 2 h — Quick visit | 3 to 4 h — Recommended visit | Half-day — Full visit

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Transports à Mola di Bari

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🚗 Accès voiture

From Bari, allow about 20 minutes (20 km) following the coast.

🚆 Accès train

Mola di Bari station, on the Adriatic line: Trenitalia regional trains to Bari and Foggia on one side, and to Brindisi and Lecce on the other.

Schedules & tickets:
Trainline
Trenitalia

🚌 Accès bus

Bus connections exist with Bari and neighboring municipalities. See lines

À PROPOS DE Mola di Bari

Mola di Bari is a coastal town located about twenty kilometers southeast of Bari. It has preserved its fishing port, boasting the second-largest fleet in the Bari metropolitan area. The Castello Angioino, built between 1277 and 1279 under Charles I of Anjou, stands by the water, near the old town. It is also the birthplace of composer Niccolò van Westerhout (1857-1898), after whom the municipal theater is named. More discreet than nearby Polignano, it invites exploration on foot, winding through its port, churches, and narrow streets.

Mola was refounded in 1277 by Charles I of Anjou on an older site; the castle dates from this period. The Venetians attempted to take it in 1495 but were unsuccessful. At the beginning of the 17th century, the fiefdom passed to the Vaaz family, and the town obtained its freedom in 1755. Regarding traditions, the Saint Joseph bonfires are lit on March 19, the Madonna d’Altomare is celebrated in early July, and the Palio dei Capatosta brings the summer to life. In the bakeries, focaccia is a local specialty.
🧭Center 📍Mola di Bari 🏛️Port and fishing town on the Adriatic coast ⏱️1 to 2 h — Quick visit | 3 to 4 h — Recommended visit | Half-day — Full visit ✨Portuaire, animée, populaire, tournée vers la mer 🚗Partial ZTL zone
INFOS PRATIQUES
Recharge Voir les bornes
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Parking Oui
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ZTL Oui, attention...
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Mer Sea in town (low and rocky coast); 20 min by car to Lama Monachile (Polignano a Mare, 17 km)
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Événements Oui
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Marché Saturday
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Ambiance Portuaire, animée, populaire,...
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Bornes de recharge

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🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Parking
The historic center can be visited on foot. Park on the outskirts of the center and follow local signage (free or paid parking depending on the zones).

⛔ Zone ZTL

📅 From September 16 to May 31 The Mola di Bari ZTL concerns Piazza XX Settembre and neighboring streets. 📅 Public Holidays Limited access from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM 📅 From June 1 to September 15 Every day Limited access from 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM ℹ️ Electronic monitoring is planned, with no announced start date. ℹ️ ZTL schedules and rules may change. Always check the signage at the zone entrance to avoid fines.

🌊 Mer la plus proche

Lama Monachile (Polignano a Mare)
Distance : 17000

🎉 Événements locaux

  • Falò di San Giuseppe — 19 March — Traditional Saint Joseph’s bonfires.
  • Festa della Madonna d’Altomare — First weekend of July — Summer religious festival around the church of the Madonna d’Altomare, south of the town.
  • Palio dei Capatosta — July — Mola di Bari’s traditional summer palio.

🛍️ Marchés locaux

  • Mercato settimanale di Mola di Bari — Saturday — Traditional weekly market — Mola di Bari's weekly market, every Saturday.

✨ Ambiance

Portuaire, animée, populaire, tournée vers la mer

⭐ Ce qui rend ce lieu unique

Remarkably preserved Angevin castle, one of the most active fishing ports in Puglia, authentic maritime atmosphere.

💡 Bon à savoir avant ta visite

Information non renseignée pour le moment.

🔥 Activités populaires

Visit the Castello Angioino, stroll along the fishing port, taste fresh fish and focaccia, discover the Chiesa Matrice.

🕒 Temps de visite conseillé

1 to 2 h — Quick visit | 3 to 4 h — Recommended visit | Half-day — Full visit

🗓️ Temps de séjour conseillé

1 to 2 h — Quick visit | 3 to 4 h — Recommended visit | Half-day — Full visit

🚗 Accès voiture

From Bari, allow about 20 minutes (20 km) following the coast.

🚆 Accès train

Mola di Bari station, on the Adriatic line: Trenitalia regional trains to Bari and Foggia on one side, and to Brindisi and Lecce on the other.

Schedules & tickets:
Trainline
Trenitalia

🚌 Accès bus

Bus connections exist with Bari and neighboring municipalities. See lines

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Castello Angioino

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Chiesa Matrice San Nicola di Bari

Chiesa Matrice San Nicola di Bari

Church founded at the end of the 13th century, rebuilt between 1547 and 1575 by Dalmatian masters; 16th-century stone statue of Saint Michael and a Renaissance Madonna della Neve attributed to Paolo De Matteis.

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Chiesa di Santa Maria del Passo

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Church built in 1503, one of the most beloved marine shrines for the residents of Mola di Bari.

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Chiesa rupestre di San Giovanni Battista

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Rock church bearing witness to the territory's ancient troglodyte settlements, alongside the 16th-century Chiesa del Rosario.

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