Dining on the Trabucco while waiting for the sunset
One of the Gargano's magical features is the trabucco you find on the coast of Peschici, a charming seaside village in Puglia.
Here for much of the year the sun rises and sets over the sea, and it is exciting to dine at sunset. The sun disappears over the skyline and the sky changes color while tasting a glass of wine from the cliff. It happens in Peschici. Sul Gargano. In Puglia.
For years I have dreamed of going there, and recently I have been going as often as I can. Even for Puglia people from Bari like me, coming to these parts means facing a journey and being a tourist on your own land. The aperitivo or dinner on the trabucco at sunset, is something I have been witness to giving myself one of the most striking sunsets of this magical land while tasting good wine and listening to live music.
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The Gargano, with its rugged coastline and landscapes overhanging the sea, is famous for trabucchi, ancient fishing structures made of wood that tell the story and culture of this land. Today, these symbols of tradition are being transformed into trendy bars and restaurants, where the charm of the past meets modernity.
WHERE IS PESCHICI
Peschici is a beautiful town on the Apulian coast that lies within the Gargano National Park. The town is famous for its historic center, beautiful beaches and Trabucchi. From Peschici with NAVI TREMITI éit is possible to get to the Isole Tremiti wonderful archipelago on the Apulian coast so dear to Lucio Dalla
LTHE MAGIC OF GARGANO
One of the magics of the Gargano is precisely the trabucco, which you find mainly on the Peschici coast, but which is common to find on the Adriatic coast a bit further up in the Abbruzzo region as well. Here for much of the year the sun rises and sets over the sea, and it is exciting to dine on the trabucco at sunset
In an era when tourists seek authentic experiences, trabucchi are being readapted to welcome visitors in a unique atmosphere I have been to Trabucco da Mimì for example. It offers not only fresh seafood dishes, but also a selection of local wines and creative cocktails, all nestled in a picturesque setting where the sea provides the backdrop. Guests can enjoy the culinary specialties while listening to live music, letting the magic of the place wash over them.
In the heart of the Puglia promontory, however, there are as many as 14 trabucco still active, guardians of a unique cultural heritage. Among them, the largest is Trabucco di Monte Pucci stands out for its size and characteristic charm. Located on a mountainous ridge rising from the Umbra Forest, this trabucco offers a very special view, extending up to a height of 300 meters, with the famous “Punta d'oro” clearly visible in the sky.
With its 530 square meters of structure, the Trabucco di Monte Pucci represents a perfect blend of traditional engineering and natural beauty. Its wooden arms overlook the sea, creating an evocative landscape where time seems to stand still. Here, the fishing tradition blends with the enchanting landscape, turning every visit into an unforgettable experience.
If you want to live this experience, we strongly recommend that you book well in advance directly from the website Trabucco da Mimì - Trabucco di Monte Pucci
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