Cattapìgnula means “bat” in local dialect; local sources describe a cave used by bats and a sea-accessed cavity. The pin is approximate for the coastal sector.
Cattapìgnula means “bat” in local dialect; local sources describe a cave used by bats and a sea-accessed cavity. The pin is approximate for the coastal sector. The maritime ordinance prohibits sea activities within 50 m of the coast between Masseria Cerra and La Castellana because of landslide risk. Cattapìgnula belongs to this cove system: check the actual marked zone before approaching.
Cattapìgnula means “bat” in local dialect; local sources describe a cave used by bats and a sea-accessed cavity. The pin is approximate for the coastal sector.
40.16065, 18.485
It appears on coastal and kayak routes; direct access to the cavity is described from the sea.
It appears on coastal and kayak routes; direct access to the cavity is described from the sea.
Do not plan swimming below the cliff without checking current ordinances, signs and marked exclusion zones.
The maritime ordinance prohibits sea activities within 50 m of the coast between Masseria Cerra and La Castellana because of landslide risk. Cattapìgnula belongs to this cove system: check the actual marked zone before approaching.
Not our first choice for toddlers, frail older visitors or anyone uncomfortable on rocks.
Not our first choice for toddlers, frail older visitors or anyone uncomfortable on rocks.
No dedicated car park is guaranteed for the exact point; use legal areas only.
No dedicated car park is guaranteed for the exact point; use legal areas only.
No direct facilities are guaranteed at the exact point; bring water and sun protection.
No direct facilities are guaranteed at the exact point; bring water and sun protection.
Trails, rock and gradients prevent a universal-access claim.
Trails, rock and gradients prevent a universal-access claim.
The maritime ordinance prohibits sea activities within 50 m of the coast between Masseria Cerra and La Castellana because of landslide risk. Cattapìgnula belongs to this cove system: check the actual marked zone before approaching.
The maritime ordinance prohibits sea activities within 50 m of the coast between Masseria Cerra and La Castellana because of landslide risk. Cattapìgnula belongs to this cove system: check the actual marked zone before approaching.
Choose it for scenery, local history or a less conventional coastal stop; do not force sea access when the site is unsuitable for bathing.
First check access, signs and sea conditions.
Bring suitable walking shoes, water, a hat and sunscreen; use water shoes only where bathing is actually permitted.
Bring suitable walking shoes, water, a hat and sunscreen; use water shoes only where bathing is actually permitted.
Reference coordinates: 40.16065, 18.485. For natural sites without official boundaries, the pin is approximate and does not certify sea access.
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