The 'big' Alimini was generated by the erosion of the sea and extends for about 2.5 km in length with a depth of about 4 meters. The basin is surrounded by thick pine forests and the Mediterranean scrub which is home for migratory species such as the white stork, the flamingo, the crane and other water birds such as the mallard, the moorhen, the black-winged stilt, as well as some species of birds of prey. The big lake connects on the eastern side to the sea and on the southern side to the small lake through a narrow channel.

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September 23, 2022

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To admire and meditate

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Top cycling routes to Panoramic viewpoint overlooking Alimini Grande

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1. La Ritunda Lake – Little Road Between the Farms loop from Otranto

26.5km

01:47

130m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. La Ritunda Lake – Narrow Dirt Path loop from Torre Santo Stefano

15.9km

01:04

80m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Lovers' Arch – Torre dell'Orso (Tower of the Bear) loop from Melendugno

55.4km

03:45

220m

Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Elevation 10 m

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Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h

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Location: Otranto, Lecce, Apulia, Italy

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Panoramic viewpoint overlooking Alimini Grande

1. La Ritunda Lake – Little Road Between the Farms loop from Otranto

2. La Ritunda Lake – Narrow Dirt Path loop from Torre Santo Stefano

3. Lovers' Arch – Torre dell'Orso (Tower of the Bear) loop from Melendugno

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