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Grotta Croce in Laterza

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Grotta Croce in Laterza

Recommended by 59 hikers out of 61

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Parco Naturale Regionale Terra delle Gravine

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    1. La Gravina di Laterza in the Parco Naturale Regionale Terra delle Gravine – loop from Laterza

    18.2km

    04:56

    240m

    240m

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    May 26, 2023

    Grotta Croce is a natural cavity located in the ravine of Laterza, a deep canyon dug by the river Lato. The cave has a shape resembling a Greek cross and a vault 9 meters high, and is inhabited by many birds, such as kestrels and swifts. It is part of the Lipu Oasis, a protected area for nature conservation

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      October 14, 2024

      Grotta Croce, located in Gravina di Laterza, is one of the many karst caves in this suggestive canyon in Puglia. Famous for its natural beauty and historical interest, the cave offers spectacular limestone formations. Explored by speleology enthusiasts and hikers, it is part of the Terra delle Gravine Natural Park, an area rich in biodiversity and characterized by deep ravines and hidden caves. Grotta Croce also has archaeological value, with finds that testify to human presence in ancient times.

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        Location: Laterza, Taranto, Apulia, Italy

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