Useful information

Here you’ll find useful information about the apartment, Mesagne, and the surrounding area.

Water

Non-potable water. The apartment is equipped with a UV lamp that sterilizes the water and makes it suitable for use in the bathroom and kitchen.

Waste sorting

The bin must be taken out of the house every evening and placed near the entrance. Please pay particular attention to proper waste separation and don’t forget to take out the garbage to prevent it from piling up. You will find specific bags for organic waste at home, as well as clear bags for the rest of the garbage. It is not possible to use other bags, which will not be collected.

CALENDAR

Monday: Organic waste
Tuesday: Plastic (clear bag)
Wednesday: Organic waste (biodegradable bag)
Thursday the 1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month: Paper (clear bag)
Thursday the 2nd and 4th of the month: Glass and Metals (clear bag)
Friday: Organic waste (biodegradable bag)
Saturday: Unsorted waste (clear bag)

Where to eat and drink (recommended)

Da Dario, restaurant. Italian cuisine with seafood specialties and appetizers, excellent wines, and good service. tel:+39 351 286 1427	Maps
La Frescheria, restaurant. Small, informal restaurant, excellent quality fish, moderate prices. tel:+39 327 2418880	Maps
Osteria del Vicoletto, restaurant. Italian cuisine with seafood specialties and appetizers, excellent wines, and good service. tel:+39 0831 172 0678	Maps
Celtic, pub and pizzeria. Good quality pizza, burgers, and a wide selection of beers. tel:+39 328 7144559	Maps
Il Mangiameduse, gourmet fish sandwiches. Excellent quality tel:+39 346 9495374	Maps
Burger Eat, gourmet meat sandwiches. Excellent quality, wide selection of beers tel:+39 329 4154870	Maps
Men Full of Trouble, cocktail bar. A welcoming and quaint spot in the nightlife district, with an excellent selection of cocktails and aperitifs. tel:+39 388 1676898	Maps
Sottospirito, a cocktail bar. In the nightlife, a selection of quality cocktails, sandwiches, and appetizers. tel:+39 346 6906263	Maps

Supermarkets, ready meals, typical products

Rossotono supermarket Near Via Sandonaci	Maps
Eurospin supermarket On Via Torre S. Susanna, large parking lot	Maps
Dolceforno, ready-made meals. Bakery, pastry shop, and a wide selection of ready-made meals.	Maps
Lu Pani Ti Lu Furnu Ti Petra, bakery. Traditional products: excellent bread, taralli, frise, and focaccia, wood-fired oven.	Maps
Pezzaviva, dairy products. Mozzarella and artisanal cheeses.	Maps

Local crafts

Rina Rizzi, handcrafted jewelry. A welcoming artisan workshop in the heart of the historic center, offering silver and gold jewelry, handcrafted creations inspired by the region and its history. instagram	Maps
Lamarina Collection, leather goods. A craft workshop, producing bags and sandals.	Maps

Places to visit (sea)

Torre Guaceto Reserve. The Torre Guaceto Marine Protected Area has been recognized as a world leader in conservation.	Maps
Salina Monaci. Separated from the sea by a strip of beach, surrounded by sand dunes and Mediterranean scrub, it offers breathtaking views of unique flora and fauna.	Maps
Punta Prosciutto. Punta Prosciutto beach is a true gem, a corner of paradise in the heart of Salento. It can get crowded; we recommend visiting during the week.	Maps

Places to visit (historical centers and hinterland)

Muro Tenente (Mesagne)
Archaeological park located about 6 kilometers from Mesagne. The site is an interesting example of a Messapian fortified settlement. A guided tour is recommended. info: murotenente.it tel:+39 329 4016069

Lecce

Lecce is a city in Puglia known for its Baroque-style buildings. Its historic center is filled with restaurants and bars of all kinds.

Ostuni
Ostuni, known as the White City of Puglia, is one of the most charming tourist destinations in the upper Salento region.

Locorotondo
The historic center is surrounded by winding streets and splendid white buildings. Its typical houses rise in the circular shape from which the town takes its name.

Martina Franca
In the heart of the Itria Valley, Martina Franca is a lively town famous for its concentration of Baroque architecture, which is dotted throughout the historic center.

Alberobello
Alberobello is a fairytale place, a small gem nestled in the Itria Valley, famous for its historic center and its trulli, traditional dwellings that are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Matera
It’s further away, but it’s worth considering. It’s a small jewel carved into the mountains. Matera is famous for its ancient rock-cut dwellings, called Sassi, which have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.