Saline di Margherita di Savoia
Saline di Margherita di Savoia, State nature reserve near Gulf of Manfredonia, Italy
The Saline di Margherita di Savoia are salt ponds along the Adriatic coast where seawater evaporates in shallow basins to produce salt. The basins are arranged in an interconnected network of channels and collection areas spanning several kilometers.
Salt extraction in this area began in ancient times and was expanded systematically during the early modern period. The site received its current name in 1879 as a tribute to Italian Queen Margherita.
The Salt Museum in a restored warehouse displays tools and equipment that workers once used to extract and process salt. The collection helps visitors understand the skilled labor and daily routines that kept the salt works running.
The best way to explore the site is through guided tours and bicycle rides on designated paths across the salt ponds. Bring sun protection and insect repellent, as the terrain is open and flat with limited shade.
The shallow salty waters attract thousands of pink flamingos each year that breed and raise their young here. This population ranks among the largest in Europe and makes the site a breeding ground of international importance.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
Castle of Barletta
20.3 km
Castello di Barletta
20.3 km
Colossus of Barletta
19.8 km
Santo Sepolcro
19.8 km
Pinacoteca "Giuseppe De Nittis"
19.7 km
Palazzo della Marra
19.7 km
Barletta Cathedral
20.1 km
Teatro Curci
19.6 km
Arch of Trajan
18.1 km
Sant'Andrea
20 km
Chiesa di San Giacomo
19.4 km
Battistero di San Giovanni
18.1 km
Antiquarium di Cannae
12.8 km
San Gaetano
19.6 km
Église Sainte-Lucie de Barletta
20.2 km
Tesoro della basilica del Santo Sepolcro
19.8 km
Concattedrale di Santa Maria di Nazareth
19.9 km
Basilica of San Domenico
19.9 km
Archaeological Civic Museum
18.1 km
Chiesa di San Ruggero
19.7 km
Greek church Santa Maria degli Angeli
20.1 km
Chiesa della Sacra Famiglia
19.1 km
Complesso episcopale di Canosa di Puglia
18.1 km
Chiesa del Santissimo Crocifisso
20.8 km
Biblioteca Comunale Sabino Loffredo
20.3 km
Barletta Lighthouse
20.1 km
Chiesa del Purgatorio
19.9 km
Parco Da Vinci
20.2 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes