Grotta del Trullo

DO YOU KNOW WHAT IS IT?

A PUTIGNANO


Grotta del Trullo is among the most evocative karst cavities of the Apulian territory.

Its modest size, together with the amazing amount of stalagmites and stalactites, make it a real jewel of millenary beauty.

It’s the only cave protected by a trullo and it is the first tourist cave in Apulia.


Why visit it?

Visit Grotta del Trullo

ALWAYS GUIDED TOURS, IN YOUR LANGUAGE WITHOUT RESERVATION

Adults

€ 7 / person

Children 6 - 14 yrs

€ 4/ child

Children under 6 yrs

Free

FEATURES

Grotta del Trullo has many peculiarities that make it unique in the world.

Come and discover them with your own eyes!

SECRETS


DETRITAL CONE
Below it, are hidden crevices that have constituted the following explorations since 1980.

SECRET BRANCHES
There is much more to be discovered below the tourist route!

FOSSILS
There are fossils of the Cretaceous still present in the final rooms: this is the real secret of Apulian calcareous rock!

SPELEOTHEMS


CALCITE CONCRETIONS
The large variety of cave theme distinguishes the cavity, which is internally adorned by the most exciting calcite formations, which are interesting items for the study of the paleoclimate.
COLUMNS
Huge columns are the main pillars of the cavity. The mysteries on their creation are a lot, but today we know that they are millions of years old.
SCULPTURES
Real sculptures of nature. Guests can indulge themselves in identifying the abstract shapes in the rock, comparable to animals or other fantastic creatures.

GROUND


PROXIMITY
Exceptional superficial growth of the cavity that opens under just 2 meters (6.5 feet) of rock thickness.

INTERACTIVE SOIL
High presence of mineral toner, within the soil, that characterize the coloring of minerals underlying environment.

ROOTS
Thanks to grotto’s proximity to the surface, plants inspect the underground, reaching into the cavity attracted by the humidity.

KARST CONCRETIONS


DISTINCTIVENESS
The entire Apulian speleogenesis is based on karst, which is the engine that actually created the caves. Grotta del Trullo is one of its greatest expressions of karst.
STUDY
Grotta del Trullo is a real chemical-physical laboratory that can give important information on the Apulian underground.
UNDERGROUND UNIVERSES
More than 3000 caves are distributed in our area and many more await to be discovered. Come and visit the most beautiful cave in Apulia!

Come in puglia and Visit Grotta del Trullo


EASY ACCESS AT 1,5 MT / 5 FT BELOW THE GROUND SUGGESTIVE

SPIRAL STAIRCASE FOR THE DESCENT, NO SPECIAL EQUIPMENT IS NEEDED
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SPELEOLOGICAL GUIDES

Our staff is composed by expert and nice guides: they will accompany you in the thrilling caving and the exploration of the nature in the beautiful natural surroundings of Puglia.

PIERO LIPPOLIS - DIRECTOR
Caving is in his blood: his two helices of DNA are linked together with 8mm....
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CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE 2022

TRIP ADVISOR

We have won this certificate thanks to your choice and your enthusiasm.
We are happy to be able to offer, day by day, a unique experience to all those who come to visit the cave.

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CONTACT GROTTA DEL TRULLO

If you're a tourist and you are interested to visit the grotto,

or you want to organize a guided tour, or simply want to say hi...

you can choose any methods we provide below.

ENTRANCE HOURS

We are open every day

FROM 1ST OCTOBER TO 31ST MAY
Morning: from 10:00 to 12:30
Afternoon: from 14:30 to 17

FROM 1ST JUNE TO 30TH SEPTEMBER
Morning: from 09:00 to 12:30
Afternoon: from 14:30 to 18:30

PHONE & MAIL

Telefono :
+39 080 491 2113
Email:
info@grottadeltrullo.com

GROTTA DEL TRULLO
La grotta carsica più suggestiva della Puglia.

GROTTADELTRULLO

ORARI APERTURA

Sempre Aperto

ORARI INVERNALI:
Mattina: 10:00/12:30
Pom: 14:30/17:00

ORARI ESTIVI:
Mattina: 09:00/12:30
Pom: 14:30/18:30

CONTATTI

info@grottadeltrullo.com
Putignano (BARI)
S.S.172 Turi-Putignano
70017

Tel: +39 080 491 2113

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