Vieste

Vieste juts out on the Adriatic on two promontories, the most easterly point of the Gargano peninsular. Fifty years ago, there was not even a proper road here, however, with its excellent beaches and inviting town with historic core, Vieste is now the holiday capital of the Gargano. There is also the attraction here of being able to take the ferry to the Tremiti islands!

The old town sits on the easternmost of the two promontories, at the tip of which stands the Chiesa di San Francesco, once a thriving monastery, and a trabucco -a cantilevered arrangement of beams, winches and ropes still used by fishermen to catch mullet. Made of wood, these structures are a feature peculiar to the rocky Gargano coast, probably Phoenician in origin.

From the church, climb up Via Mafrolla, walking in the old town to Piazza Seggio. Straight ahead, Via Duomo is site of the so-called Chianca Amara, the "bitter stone", where as many as 5,000 local people were beheaded when the Ottomans sacked the town in 1554. Further down, beyond the stone, the cattedrale, eleventh century in origin, is a cool retreat from the fierce glare of the sun in the whitewashed streets.

Accommodation

You will be accommodated in a 2 bedroom self-catering apartment on the fourth floor in the old town of Vieste, rented to you inclusive of all bills. Being on the fourth floor, you are provided with stunning views of the sea and surrounding countryside. There is also a large balcony, which is large enough on which to hold a small party! From here, you are only a few minutes walk from the beach.

The apartment's first bedroom contains a double bed and a second bedroom has two singles. There is a lounge, kitchen diner, containing cooker, fridge and TV.

For your peace of mind we have local contacts who will assist you if you experience any problems.