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Putignano

⭐ 8.3

Town of Europe's oldest carnival, between caves and traditions.

The carnival dates back to 1394: seven Thursdays counted from January 17 set the rhythm of the celebrations, with the giovedì dei cornuti the most eagerly awaited. Outside this period, Putignano, located at 372 m above sea level, has other assets: the Grotta del Trullo, discovered in 1931, was the first karst cave in Puglia opened to tourism, and the church of San Pietro Apostolo was consecrated in 1158. On the plate, farinella, a mix of chickpea and barley flour, accompanies saucy dishes. The town was granted the title of “città” on August 6, 2024.
🕒30 min — Quick visit | 1–2 h — Recommended visit | half a day — Full visit sur place
🌊About 30 min by car to Lama Monachile (Polignano a Mare)
📅February–March (carnival) and April–June.
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Infos pratiques à Putignano

Les informations utiles à connaître avant ta visite.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Via Roma Car Park
Public parking close to the center.
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🅿️ Parking Via Conversano
Convenient parking within walking distance of the center.
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🅿️ Blue zones
Regulated paid parking in the city center.

⛔ Zone ZTL

ℹ️ Putignano’s historic centre is a ZTL controlled by electronic gates; access is reserved for authorised vehicles (residents, businesses, disabled people, temporary access). ℹ️ Vehicles authorised for transit only have 30 minutes: Monday to Friday 24 hours a day, Saturday from midnight to 6:00 PM, Sundays and public holidays from midnight to 10:00 AM and from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. ℹ️ ZTL hours and rules may change. Always check the signs at the entrance to the zone to avoid a fine.

🌊 Mer la plus proche

Adriatic Coast (Polignano a Mare, Monopoli).
Distance : 25 000

🎉 Événements locaux

  • Carnevale di Putignano — From 26 December to Shrove Tuesday (float parades on Sundays) — One of the oldest carnivals in Europe: large papier-mâché floats parade through the centre, with masks and centuries-old traditions.

🛍️ Marchés locaux

  • Mercato settimanale di Putignano — Wednesday — Traditional weekly market — Putignano's weekly market, every Wednesday.

✨ Ambiance

Festive, culturelle, locale, animée.

⭐ Ce qui rend ce lieu unique

Unique carnival, proximity to caves, festive atmosphere.

💡 Bon à savoir avant ta visite

Information non renseignée pour le moment.

🔥 Activités populaires

Carnival, culture, caves, gastronomy.

🕒 Temps de visite conseillé

1 to 2 hours for the center. Half a day with caves.

🗓️ Temps de séjour conseillé

30 min — Quick visit | 1–2 h — Recommended visit | half a day — Full visit

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Transports à Putignano

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🚗 Accès voiture

Access via regional roads from Bari and the Itria Valley.

🚆 Accès train

🚆 Train
Putignano station, regional line.

Trainline
Trenitalia

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🚌 Accès bus

🚌 Bus
Regional connections to Bari and Monopoli.

Omio

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À PROPOS DE Putignano

Putignano is a town in central Puglia, internationally renowned for its carnival, considered one of the oldest in Europe. Located near the Itria Valley, it offers a lively historic center and a strong cultural identity.

The town also serves as an ideal base for visiting the famous Castellana Caves. Putignano blends popular traditions, architectural heritage, and local dynamism throughout the year.

The carnival dates back to 1394: seven Thursdays counted from January 17 set the rhythm of the celebrations, with the giovedì dei cornuti the most eagerly awaited. Outside this period, Putignano, located at 372 m above sea level, has other assets: the Grotta del Trullo, discovered in 1931, was the first karst cave in Puglia opened to tourism, and the church of San Pietro Apostolo was consecrated in 1158. On the plate, farinella, a mix of chickpea and barley flour, accompanies saucy dishes. The town was granted the title of “città” on August 6, 2024.
🧭Itria Valley 📍Putignano 🏛️Town ⏱️1 to 2 hours for the center. Half a day with caves. ✨Festive, culturelle, locale, animée. 🚗ZTL active in the historic center.
INFOS PRATIQUES
Recharge Voir les bornes
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Parking Oui, Via Roma Car ParkPublic parking close to the center.View parking...
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ZTL Oui, attention...
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Mer About 30 min by car to Lama Monachile (Polignano a Mare)
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Événements Oui
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Marché Wednesday
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Ambiance Festive, culturelle, locale,...
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Bornes de recharge

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🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Via Roma Car Park
Public parking close to the center.
View parking

🅿️ Parking Via Conversano
Convenient parking within walking distance of the center.
View parking

🅿️ Blue zones
Regulated paid parking in the city center.

⛔ Zone ZTL

ℹ️ Putignano’s historic centre is a ZTL controlled by electronic gates; access is reserved for authorised vehicles (residents, businesses, disabled people, temporary access). ℹ️ Vehicles authorised for transit only have 30 minutes: Monday to Friday 24 hours a day, Saturday from midnight to 6:00 PM, Sundays and public holidays from midnight to 10:00 AM and from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. ℹ️ ZTL hours and rules may change. Always check the signs at the entrance to the zone to avoid a fine.

🌊 Mer la plus proche

Adriatic Coast (Polignano a Mare, Monopoli).
Distance : 25 000

🎉 Événements locaux

  • Carnevale di Putignano — From 26 December to Shrove Tuesday (float parades on Sundays) — One of the oldest carnivals in Europe: large papier-mâché floats parade through the centre, with masks and centuries-old traditions.

🛍️ Marchés locaux

  • Mercato settimanale di Putignano — Wednesday — Traditional weekly market — Putignano's weekly market, every Wednesday.

✨ Ambiance

Festive, culturelle, locale, animée.

⭐ Ce qui rend ce lieu unique

Unique carnival, proximity to caves, festive atmosphere.

💡 Bon à savoir avant ta visite

Information non renseignée pour le moment.

🔥 Activités populaires

Carnival, culture, caves, gastronomy.

🕒 Temps de visite conseillé

1 to 2 hours for the center. Half a day with caves.

🗓️ Temps de séjour conseillé

30 min — Quick visit | 1–2 h — Recommended visit | half a day — Full visit

🚗 Accès voiture

Access via regional roads from Bari and the Itria Valley.

🚆 Accès train

🚆 Train
Putignano station, regional line.

Trainline
Trenitalia

View station

🚌 Accès bus

🚌 Bus
Regional connections to Bari and Monopoli.

Omio

View stops

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Putignano Old Town

Putignano Old Town

Old town with lively alleyways and traditional architecture.

100 m • 1 min à pied
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Grotta del Trullo

Grotta del Trullo

Stalactite cave discovered by chance in 1931, on the way out of town towards Turi.

1,3 km • 16 min à pied
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Santuario di San Michele in Monte Laureto

Santuario di San Michele in Monte Laureto

Sanctuary built around a cave dedicated to Saint Michael, on a hill south of the town.

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Museo Civico Principe Guglielmo Romanazzi Carducci

Museo Civico Principe Guglielmo Romanazzi Carducci

Museum tracing local history and the carnival.

100 m • 1 min à pied
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Chiesa di San Pietro Apostolo

Chiesa di San Pietro Apostolo

The main church of the historic center.

100 m • 1 min à pied
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