40.68° N, 17.95° E
Exposure east
Rocky headland near Brindisi with a small sheltered sandy beach and panoramic views of the harbour.
Today at Punta Penne the bathing score is 88/100 (Perfect Conditions): waves 0.5m, wind 17 km/h, water 28°C. Go to the beach now. Score updated twice a day based on waves, wind, rain and temperature.
Punta Penne is located in Salento, on the adriatic coast, in the Province of Lecce (Puglia). GPS Coordinates: 40.6775° N, 17.9455° E.
To be assessed: the seabed is rocks, so it may be less suitable for small children. Always check with the lifeguard for the specific conditions of the day.
The bathing season in Salento runs from mid-May to mid-October. To avoid the crowds, prefer June and September. The bathing water quality score of Punta Penne is updated twice a day (morning and afternoon) — check this page before you leave.
Punta Penne is reachable by car. Limited parking — arrive early during peak season. The nearest airport is Brindisi (BDS) for the northern Adriatic coast, Bari (BRI) as an alternative. By train: Lecce station, then local buses.