Benvenuto a Brindisi

Destination airport: Casale Airport BDS

Flight duration: 2 h 10 min

Air distance: 1,113 km

Culinary specialities

Orecchiette with broccoli
In Apulia, orecchiette – small pasta «ears» – are a symbol of regional cuisine. A particularly popular variation is with broccoli and garlic, which perfectly combines simplicity and intense flavours.

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Did you know?

Brindisi-Casale Airport is located just 6 kilometres north of the city and is often referred to as the «Gateway to Salento» as it opens up Apulia's Adriatic coast. It is used for both civilian and military purposes. What's particularly special is that the airport is located directly on the coast, allowing for spectacular approaches over the sea. The airport is compact but modern and is also used by many charter flights during the summer season.

Places of interest

Castello Alfonsino di Brindisi, also known as Forte a Mare, sits picturesquely on a small island at the entrance to the harbour, testifying to the city's strategic importance in centuries past. Another historical landmark is the Roman column on the Via Appia, which symbolically marks the end of the famous ancient Roman road.

In the heart of the old town is the Chiesa di San Giovanni al Sepolcro, a small, almost circular Romanesque church from the 11th century that impresses with its simple beauty and perfect preservation.

The elegant Lungomare Regina Margherita promenade invites you to stroll and linger with its magnificent views of the water, cosy cafés and passing sailboats.

The nearby Torre Guaceto Nature Reserve entices with its unspoilt nature, wide sandy beaches and crystal-clear water – a true paradise for those seeking peace and quiet, snorkelers and nature lovers.

Useless knowledge

• A fat cat at the harbour is called Regina and gets more fish than many a tourist eats.
• Annual soapbox derby in the old town: Zero horsepower, 100% drama. Missed a corner? No problem. Spectators cheer every crash as if at Formula 1.
• The harbour looks like a stag's head – or a seagull who's had Botox. You decide.