A large sea cave north of Otranto in the Mulino d’Acqua cave system, close to several neighbouring caves.
The cave is accurately mapped and coastal trails pass above it, but that does not make independent cave entry safe. Any approach from the sea depends on conditions.
OpenStreetMap places it at 40.16867, 18.48032.
Grotta Sfondata and Grotta delle Conchiglie are only a short distance away.
It belongs to the cave group north of Otranto.
Limestone cliffs and clear water.
A coastal hiking route passes above the area.
The trail is not a guaranteed safe cave entrance.
The cave can be viewed well from the sea.
Do not enter with swell, backwash or poor visibility.
Possible outside in calm sea.
Stay in open water.
Not a simple cave destination for toddlers.
Choose a bathing access with a clearer entry.
The old page suggested jumping as part of the visit.
We do not recommend cliff jumping.
Walking shoes, water, hat and a mask only in safe sea conditions.
Postpone in strong wind or rough sea.
Reference coordinates: 40.16867, 18.48032. For coves and caves the pin marks the mapped place or coastal sector, not a guaranteed sea-entry point.
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