Luxury holidays in Ugento

Set at the very tip of Italy’s heel, Ugento’s past is a long tale of ‘if you don’t succeed at first, sack it and start again’. A settlement since ancient times, it’s been invaded by many, but is now a laidback holiday spot, with wine, art and a rich spread of monuments.
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When to go

Italy’s at its loveliest in spring or autumn (wine-harvesting season), and Ugento is no exception.

Getting there

  • Planes

    Bari or Brindisi airports are both well-connected hubs for the region. The former is a two-and-a-half-hour drive, the latter 90 minutes.

  • Trains

    Ride to Lecce train station from Bari or Brindisi, and you’re a 40-minute drive from Ugento.

  • Automobiles

    You’ll need a car to ride through the Pugliese countryside. Public transport is scant here, non-existent in some spots.