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Grotta Croce in Laterza

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Grotta Croce in Laterza

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Grotta Croce in Laterza

Recommended by 63 hikers out of 65

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Parco Naturale Regionale Terra delle Gravine

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Location: Laterza, Taranto, Apulia, Italy

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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

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

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2. View of the Gravina Canyon – View of the Gravina Canyon loop from Laterza

4.58km

01:18

100m

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

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3. View of the Gravina Canyon – View of Gravina di Laterza loop from Laterza

8.19km

02:17

160m

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BeCycling

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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Grotta Croce in Laterza

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

2. View of the Gravina Canyon – View of the Gravina Canyon loop from Laterza

3. View of the Gravina Canyon – View of Gravina di Laterza loop from Laterza

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