Roca Vecchia and the Grotta della Poesia.
On a headland above the Adriatic, Roca Vecchia has been inhabited since the 2nd millennium BC....
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Roca Vecchia
⭐ 9.1
A legendary Salento beach, between sand, rocks, and ancient ruins facing the Adriatic Sea.
Roca Vecchia is first of all history: Bronze Age fortifications (15th–11th century BC), then an unfinished Messapian wall in the 4th–3rd centuries BC. The city is believed to have been called Thuria Sallentina. In 1983, archaeologist Cosimo Pagliara found Messapic, but also Latin and Greek, inscriptions in the Poesia Piccola, which point to a place of worship of the god Taotor. The watchtower, built in 1568, is today in very poor condition.
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Infos pratiques à Roca Vecchia
Les informations utiles à connaître avant ta visite.
🅿️ Parking
🅿️ Official car parks right next to the beach.
See parking
⛔ Zone ZTL
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🌊 Mer la plus proche
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🎉 Événements locaux
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🛍️ Marchés locaux
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✨ Ambiance
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⭐ Ce qui rend ce lieu unique
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💡 Bon à savoir avant ta visite
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🔥 Activités populaires
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🕒 Temps de visite conseillé
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🗓️ Temps de séjour conseillé
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Transports à Roca Vecchia
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🚗 Accès voiture
Information non renseignée pour le moment.
🚆 Accès train
Nearest station: Lecce.
Then bus or taxi to Roca Vecchia.
Trenitalia
🚌 Accès bus
Seasonal connections from Lecce and Melendugno.
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À PROPOS DE Roca Vecchia
Roca Vecchia is one of the most iconic seaside spots in Adriatic Salento. Known for its coves, sandy stretches, and especially the famous Grotta della Poesia, this beach offers a mix of swimming, spectacular scenery, and historical heritage. Highly popular with both travelers and locals, it boasts crystal-clear waters and a vibrant yet natural atmosphere in summer. Since July 18, 2026, access to the archaeological area and the Grotta della Poesia has been paid during the high season (€5), and swimming and diving are prohibited there. ⚠️ Since 18/07/2026, entry to the Roca Vecchia site and the Grotta della Poesia costs €5; swimming and diving are banned. Open 9 am to 5 pm until 1 November 2026.
Roca Vecchia is first of all history: Bronze Age fortifications (15th–11th century BC), then an unfinished Messapian wall in the 4th–3rd centuries BC. The city is believed to have been called Thuria Sallentina. In 1983, archaeologist Cosimo Pagliara found Messapic, but also Latin and Greek, inscriptions in the Poesia Piccola, which point to a place of worship of the god Taotor. The watchtower, built in 1568, is today in very poor condition.
INFOS PRATIQUES
Recharge
Voir les bornes
Parking
Oui
Accès
Mixed – free beach...
Plage
Mixte sable-rochers
Exposition
Protégée Sirocco, Exposée Tramontane
Services
Bar • Restaurant • WC...
Ambiance
Natural, historic, very touristy...
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Toutes les infos utiles à Roca Vecchia
Les informations pratiques pour organiser ta journée à la plage.
Bornes de recharge
Consulte la carte des bornes de recharge disponibles autour de cette plage.
Voir les bornes de recharge🅿️ Parking
🅿️ Official car parks right next to the beach.
See parking
🚩 Type d’accès
Mixed – free beach and equipped areas
🏖️ Type de plage
- Mixte sable-rochers
🪨 Type de fond
- mixte
🌬️ Exposition au vent
- Protégée Sirocco
- Exposée Tramontane
🚿 Services disponibles
Bar : Oui
Restaurant : Oui
WC : Oui
Douches : Oui
Location parasol : Oui
Location transat : Oui
Lido / transats : Oui
🌊 Conditions de baignade
Eau cristalline : Oui
Profondeur progressive : Non
Présence de rochers : Oui
Secours : Oui
♿ Accessibilité
Accès facilité : Facile
Accès PMR : Non
Animaux acceptés : Local regulations vary with the season.
🏄 Activités possibles
Swimming in the coves allowed, snorkeling, photography, visit to the archaeological area and the Grotta della Poesia (swimming and diving prohibited in the cave)
✨ Ambiance
Natural, historic, very touristy in summer
⭐ Forces de la plage
Clear water, unique site, varied areas, easy access
💡 Bon à savoir
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👨👩👧👦 Profil idéal
- Familles
- Couples
- Groupes
- Photographes
- Amateurs de nature
🚗 Accès voiture
Access via the SP366 (towards Roca Vecchia – Torre dell’Orso).
Well-signposted roads, heavy traffic in summer.
🚆 Accès train
Nearest station: Lecce.
Then bus or taxi to Roca Vecchia.
Trenitalia
🚌 Accès bus
📍 Ouvrir dans Google Maps
Seasonal connections from Lecce and Melendugno.
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