Otranto’s white maritime light at Punta Craulo, north of the harbour, beside Porto Craulo beach and low rocky shoreline.
The updated guide separates the maritime light from the neighbouring beach. The Italian Navy lists Punta Craulo as light no. 3600; no public interior opening is promised.
Punta Craulo is listed by the Italian Navy among Otranto’s lights and signals.
It is also known as Faro Bianco.
The light is mapped around 40.15320, 18.49170.
North of Otranto harbour.
Spiaggia di Porto Craulo or La Punta lies beside the point.
The shoreline mixes sand and rock.
No current public interior opening hours were found.
Respect fences and technical areas.
The municipality lists beach establishments in Via Porto Craulo.
Services and prices depend on each operator.
The sandy section is easier than the rocky one.
Choose calm sea and supervise constantly.
It is close to town and can be busy in high season.
Arrive early.
Water, sun protection and water shoes if you choose the rocks.
The light is mainly a scenic landmark.
Reference coordinates: 40.1532, 18.4917. For coves and caves the pin marks the mapped place or coastal sector, not a guaranteed sea-entry point.
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