A large sea cave on Leuca’s Ionian coast, beyond Grotta dei Giganti, with two semi-submerged entrances and a tradition of sheltering fishermen during storms.
The historic page placed it under Felloniche and encouraged diving. The updated guide correctly places it in Castrignano del Capo and focuses on documented morphology, palaeontological interest and historical shelter use.
Castrignano del Capo municipality lists it among the western Leuca caves.
`-felloniche` remains only in the filename.
Mapped at 39.7958, 18.33552 in Castrignano del Capo.
Grotta dei Giganti is about 140 m east.
The speleological literature gives about 40 m horizontal development.
This is not a guaranteed tourist route inside.
The survey describes a mostly aerial chamber around 25 m wide and 40 m long.
Stalagmites and rock colours are documented.
The municipality explicitly identifies Grotta della Stalla as being of palaeontological interest.
Do not disturb formations or collect material.
Municipal and local tradition say fishermen used the cave as shelter during storms.
The name is commonly linked to this shelter function.
It is observed on western Leuca boat routes.
Approach depends on sea and skipper instructions.
Viewing from the boat may suit many visitors; accessibility depends on the vessel.
Ask about children, life jackets and reduced mobility.
Water, hat, sunscreen, waterproof case, light towel and wind layer.
Bring a mask only if the tour includes an authorised swim stop.
mapping sources/mapping sources coordinates: 39.7958, 18.33552. The cave is in Castrignano del Capo; Felloniche remains only in the historic filename.
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Add your beach clubThe caves are close together but remain separate guides because of their different form, history and natural interest.
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Editorial geography follows Santa Maria di Leuca; the old Felloniche filenames remain only for migration.
Geography, sea visits, cave features, safety and families.
