Torre Lapillo in Puglia, Salento
Puglia · Salento · Ionian coast · Porto Cesareo

Torre Lapillo

More than four kilometres of pale sand, shallow water, free beach and beach clubs, closed to the south by the great coastal tower of San Tommaso.

The great sandy bay north of Porto Cesareo

Torre Lapillo is a locality in the Municipality of Porto Cesareo, in the Province of Lecce. The beach extends along the Ionian coast between Porto Cesareo and Torre Castiglione, alternating long stretches of free beach with beach establishments.

The Puglia Region describes more than four kilometres of pale, very fine sand, with clear water and generally shallow sandy seabeds. At the southern end of the bay stands the watchtower also known as Torre di San Tommaso.

Municipality Porto Cesareo · Province of Lecce
Coast Ionian coast
Landscape Pale sand, shallow seabed and coastal tower

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The long beach, Torre di San Tommaso and Porto Cesareo’s environmental protection system.

The beach and seabed

Torre Lapillo beach is one of the longest sandy stretches in the Porto Cesareo area. The sand is pale and fine; the seabed is mainly shallow and sandy, with smooth pebbles and short rocky sections in some places.

Along the bay, beach establishments alternate with free beach. Sea conditions depend on wind and storms; with northerly winds it can be particularly calm and clear.

Torre di San Tommaso

The Torre Lapillo tower is also known as Torre di San Tommaso. The Municipality describes it as one of the largest towers in the area, with a square base measuring 16 metres on each side and a height of 17 metres.

Its large staircase rests on three arches. The final section was added in more recent times, because the original entrance ended with a drawbridge. The tower has been restored and dominates the southern end of the bay.

Nature reserve and Marine Protected Area

The tower houses the Environmental Education Centre linked to the Palude del Conte e Duna Costiera Regional Nature Reserve. The reserve protects a mosaic of dunes, wetlands, Mediterranean scrub and coastal environments.

The sea in front forms part of the Porto Cesareo Marine Protected Area, divided into zones with different levels of protection and permitted use. Swimming and activities at sea must follow the zoning and rules of the protected area.

Where Torre Lapillo is

On the Ionian coast of the Municipality of Porto Cesareo, north of the town centre.

Torre Lapillo Porto Cesareo · Province of Lecce
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Approximate coordinates: 40.2878, 17.8513

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The long pale-sand beach with shallow seabed, free stretches and beach establishments.

Torre Lapillo

The large coastal tower also known as Torre di San Tommaso, restored and overlooking the bay.

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Frequently asked questions about Torre Lapillo

Essential answers about the beach, seabed, tower and protected area.

Which municipality is Torre Lapillo in?
Torre Lapillo is a locality in the municipality of Porto Cesareo, in the province of Lecce.
How long is Torre Lapillo beach?
The Apulia Region describes a sandy coastline extending for more than four kilometres north of Porto Cesareo.
Is the water shallow at Torre Lapillo?
In many stretches the seabed is shallow and sandy, becoming deeper gradually. Wind, waves and currents must always be taken into account.
What is the Torre Lapillo tower called?
It is also known as the Tower of San Tommaso. It has a square base, stands 17 metres high and features a large arched staircase.
Are there free-access sections of beach?
Yes. Regional sources describe beach clubs alternating with long stretches of free-access beach.
Which beach clubs are listed?
Bacino Grande, Lido Stella Maris, Lido Orange Sun, Bahia Porto Cesareo, Lido La Pineta, Lido Max, Lido delle Sirene and Lido Leucasia. They are all marked as unverified.

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