Marina di Marittima, located along the Adriatic coastline, is part of the municipality of Diso, which has been awarded 4 Sails (a flag awarded to the most beautiful beaches) of Legambiente (Italian environment protection association). This is one of the wildest parts of the coast in Salento, which stretches for almost 3 kilometres, amid peaks, caves, picturesque coves, easy landing places and cliffs surrounded by the blue sea.
Besides the cove of Acquaviva, whose name, literally “lively water”, refers to the many and gelid water springs which gush on the water’s surface, there are several coves along the cliff. In the locality Porticelli, there is a rocky slope which is also an easy access to a private beach. In Chianca liscia there is a large cove which opens towards the sea and has characteristic smooth rocks.
Instead, northwards, there is the cliff of Pizzo Galera, eroded by the time and by storms during winter.
Events nearby
In the coming days, within 15 km.
Fiera di San Vito e Sagra del Maiale
The celebration of pork in Ortelle combines gastronomic tradition and local crafts in a convivial event.
Pumpkin Park Autumn Festival
Autumn event moves to Surano with workshops, live music, and a funfair.
L’asino fofo
Launch of the book "L’asino Fofo" with the author and illustrator at Libreria Idrusa.
Yuts And Culture
Yuts and Culture in concert: funk and soul of the '70s reimagined.
Salento International Film Festival 2026
International independent cinema in the heart of Salento
Nature around here
98 species observed within 1 km.
lentiscoElisabetta De Pasquale · CC BY-SA 
Salvione gialloElisabetta De Pasquale · CC BY-SA 
Ofride di BertoloniElisabetta De Pasquale · CC BY-SA 
Acetosella giallaGiorgia Mocilnik · CC BY 4.0 
ScarlinaElisabetta De Pasquale · CC BY-SA 
ficoGiorgia Mocilnik · CC BY 4.0
Protected species
- gabbiano corallino Ichthyaetus melanocephalus · Uccelli all. I
- Miniottero di Schreiber Miniopterus schreibersii · Habitat all. II, Habitat all. IV
- Gabbiano corso Ichthyaetus audouinii · Uccelli all. I
Most observed
- Merlo Turdus merula
- Pettirosso Erithacus rubecula
- Poiana Buteo buteo
- Codirosso spazzacamino Phoenicurus ochruros
- Gaggiolo siciliano Iris pseudopumila
- Gheppio Falco tinnunculus
- Cinciallegra Parus major
- Ochiocotto Curruca melanocephala
Observations: GBIF.org
More places nearby
Sea and cavesCala dell'AcquavivaThe Acquaviva channel, with its cold water springs and small bays with
pebbles, flows amid the rocks and the lush vegetation. Diso very close- Castles, towers and palacesBaldassarra Tower, Alfonso Tower, Colombaia Tower and Lupo TowerDating back to the 16th century, the four towers are a landmark in the history of Marittima. Diso 1.4 km away
Churches and cryptsSantuario Madonna del Rosario di PompeiSanctuary of the nineteenth century also known as Beata Vergine del
Rosario, located in the heart of Castro Marina. Castro 1.7 km away
Nature and gardensParco delle Querce (Oak Tree Park)Near the residential centre of Castro Marina, is this wooded area enclosed
with stone drywall. Castro 1.8 km away
Churches and cryptsCathedral of CastroIn the characteristic town of Castro, the splendid medieval Cathedral
stands on the ruins of an ancient Greek temple. Castro 1.9 km away
Museums and theatresCivic Museum “Antonio Lazzari”Castro's Aragonese Castle houses the Civic Museum named after speleologist
Antonio Lazzari, where an archaeological collection can be admired. Castro 1.9 km away