The complex is not freely accessible, although it is possible to take a tour around from the outside. From here starts a beautiful path towards Casalabate between olive groves and Mediterranean scrub.

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Michele Pelacci

November 11, 2024

Mountain biking

Currently managed by the Fondo Ambiente Italiano (FAI), the Cerrate Abbey complex is unique in its kind and one of the most significant examples of Otranto Romanesque. Some details of the church capitals and the interesting explanations of the FAI guides will leave you speechless.

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fedeamelio FAI

December 13, 2023

Hiking

Once a Byzantine monastery inhabited by Italian-Greek monks, then an agricultural production center specializing in the processing of olives: the Cerrate Abbey offers a fascinating tale of its double soul …

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Best Mountain Biking Routes to Abbey of Santa Maria di Cerrate

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1. San Cataldo Trail – Holm Oak Trail loop from Lecce

64.0km

04:17

150m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Lo Papa Dirt Road – Scaluni Cuti Cuti Trail loop from Lecce

82.3km

05:50

210m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Tenuta Monacelli – Scenic Country Road loop from Lecce

48.3km

03:08

110m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 20 m

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39 %

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Location: Lecce, Apulia, Italy

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Abbey of Santa Maria di Cerrate

1. San Cataldo Trail – Holm Oak Trail loop from Lecce

2. Lo Papa Dirt Road – Scaluni Cuti Cuti Trail loop from Lecce

3. Tenuta Monacelli – Scenic Country Road loop from Lecce

Other Popular Places to Check Out

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