Panoramic view of Mattinata, with its white houses overlooking the turquoise sea, evoking the charm of the Gargano Coast.
Mattinata coast with white rock formations emerging from clear turquoise waters, surrounded by vegetation.
Picturesque alley of Mattinata with white houses, wrought iron balconies, and welcoming vegetation.

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Beach resort on the Gargano coast, known for its bays and sea caves.

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Jérémy Colombo

The village of Mattinata is a renowned seaside resort in Gargano known for its scenic wonders. In its historic center, it is worth noting the Mantuano Palace and the parish church dedicated to Santa Maria della Luce, which houses a very beautiful canvas depicting the Madonna.

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Jérémy Colombo

On the nights of July and August, many establishments host live events and parties on the beach.

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Jérémy Colombo

Mattinata is a very lively town in the summer. I recommend spending the afternoon in the small historic center of Mattinata and having a good artisanal ice cream.

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Fresh olives of different varieties on display at the olive oil festival, celebrating the local olive-growing culture.
Fresh olives and foliage collected during the Olive Oil Festival, surrounded by sunny landscapes.
Flowing fresh olive oil at the olive oil festival, celebrating the gastronomic richness of the region.

Olive oil festival

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FèXtra, the acronym for Festa dell'extravergine d'oliva for Festival of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, takes place every year in Mattinata.

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  • Beach
  • Swimming

Mattinata is famous for its splendid coves with white cliffs framed by pine forests, such as Vignanotica Bay, for example.

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Visitors at the Orchid Festival examining the plants in a lush landscape, enriching their botanical knowledge.
Woman in a pink t-shirt, posing with a lush green coastal landscape in the background, during the Orchid Festival.
A collection of photos of orchids showcased during the Orchid Festival, highlighting the diversity of these flowers.

Orchid Festival

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An event dedicated to the discovery of the native wild orchids of Gargano. Considered an "open-air botanical paradise," 60 of the 93 species of wild orchids present in Gargano bloom in the region of Mattinata. A European record that makes the town a destination for scholars and enthusiasts from around the world.

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  • Nature

Many sea caves are accessible only from the sea along the coast of Mattinata: Grotta Campana Grande, Grotta dei Pipistrelli, Grotta del Purgatorio, and Grotta del Puntone.

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Wild landscape of Monte Sacro, with green hills and rocks, perfect for hiking and natural exploration.
Winding path lined with stones and greenery in Monte Sacro, ideal for hikers and nature lovers.
Panoramic view of the lush hills of Monte Sacro, ideal for hikers and nature lovers.

Sacred Mount

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  • Nature
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Accessible via numerous hiking trails, this summit in the heights of Mattinata is still marked by its past as a place of worship and a pilgrimage destination.

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