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On the Adriatic coast of Puglia in southern Italy, The spur of the Italian boot offers the ancient Foresta Umbra, dramatic coastal cliffs, and hidden coves. The Gargano promontory combines wilderness and beach holidays in one region.

What awaits you

BeachHikingCampingNatureBy the sea

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Best time to visit

July–August: up to 30°C with 14h of sunshine per day.

In June–September, water temperatures reach a pleasant 30°C — perfect for swimming.

Insider tip: April, October — a pleasant 21°C with fewer visitors.

Cooler winters (11°C). Best visited in July–August.

Max. temperature
9°
Jan
11°
Feb
12°
Mar
15°
Apr
21°
May
27°
Jun
30°
Jul
29°
Aug
23°
Sep
21°
Oct
14°
Nov
11°
Dec
Water temperature
12°
Jan
11°
Feb
14°
Mar
17°
Apr
20°
May
25°
Jun
30°
Jul
30°
Aug
27°
Sep
23°
Oct
18°
Nov
14°
Dec
Sunshine hours
6h
Jan
8h
Feb
9h
Mar
10h
Apr
11h
May
13h
Jun
14h
Jul
12h
Aug
10h
Sep
9h
Oct
7h
Nov
7h
Dec
Rain days
9d
Jan
7d
Feb
11d
Mar
10d
Apr
15d
May
10d
Jun
5d
Jul
9d
Aug
9d
Sep
5d
Oct
12d
Nov
10d
Dec

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Gargano as a Vacation Destination

Gargano is an excellent choice for beach holidays, hiking trips, camping holidays. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 30°C.

A rental car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: stunning natural landscapes. The best months for swimming are June, July, August, September with water temperatures up to 30°C.

Good to know

Price level
€€
Local languages
IT
Camping
Tent & caravan