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Vieste (Italian: [ˈvjɛste, viˈɛste]; Viestano: Vìst) is a town, comune and former Catholic bishopric in the province of Foggia, in the Apulia region of southeast Italy. A marine resort in Gargano, Vieste has received Blue Flags for the purity of its waters from the Foundation for Environmental Education.
Vieste. Puglia, Italy, Europe. Like a young belle who’s beautiful without even realising it, the town of Vieste clings modestly to a spectacular promontory on the Gargano Promontory. It resembles nothing so much as a cross between Naples and Dubrovnik, with a bit of Puglian magic mixed in.
- The Swabian Castle of Vieste. The main monuments of Vieste, dating back to the Middle Ages, are the Swabian castle and the Cathedral, The castle of Vieste stands on the edge of the historic center, on a cliff overlooking the sea and close to the beach of “Scialara” (also called “beach of the Castle “).
- Vieste Cathedral. The Cathedral of Vieste is also located in the upper area of the medieval town, a few steps from the Swabian castle. Its construction dates back to the second half of the 11th century.
- Punta San Francesco. Continuing on we meet the small church of San Pietro d’Alcantara and then Punta San Francesco, the beautiful peninsula with the characteristic religious complex dating back to 1438.
- Trabucco San Lorenzo. Trabucchi, ancient wooden fishing tools, are widespread especially along the stretch of coast that goes from Vieste to Peschici. In some of these it is possible to stop and eat, as they have been recovered and transformed into excellent fish restaurants, or to experience direct fishing.
Mar 29, 2024 · With one day in Vieste, explore the old town, visit the beach, and take a boat tour for views of the beautiful, brilliantly white limestone cliffs and sea caves along the Gargano peninsula. In this guide, learn about the best things to do in Vieste, where to stay and eat, and if you want help navigating the old town, follow our Vieste walking tour.
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PLAN YOUR TRIP Vieste. For years, Vieste was just another fishing village… but now it’s a popular Mediterranean beach destination. Swim and sail in deep-blue water (widely renowned for its purity), or explore the town’s fine castle and cathedral. For the ultimate Vieste experience, pack a picnic basket and ask a local to direct you to ...
Vieste is a lovely seaside town that’s not very well known to non-Italians. It’s a great base to explore the Gargano Peninsula for a trip that can combine beaches, historic towns, forests, mountains, and food.
