Coastal Dunes Natural Park from Torre Canne to Torre San Leonardo – Puglia: quicksand, ancient farms and liquid landscapes between the Adriatic and the countryside. The Regional Natural Park of the Coastal Dunes extends along a coastal stretch between Torre Canne and Torre San Leonardo, in the heart of central Puglia, between the municipalities of Fasano and Ostuni. This landscape suspended between sea and land preserves an extraordinary variety of environments: fossil dunes, wetlands, centuries-old olive groves, karst blades and fortified farms. It is a mosaic of biodiversity and agricultural traditions that come together in an ancient and delicate balance. 🌾 An ecosystem between sand, water and olive trees: The coastal dunes, shaped by the wind, are the heart of the park: fragile habitats where rare plants grow and migratory birds reproduce. Behind, cultivated fields and pastures alternate with centuries-old olive groves and blades, natural incisions that convey the waters towards the sea. Everything lives in harmony with the rhythms of the earth and the seasons. 👉 Tip: Ride the park's cycle path at sunset: the profiles of the dunes are tinged with gold and the scent of the sea accompanies every ride. 🏞️ Coastal towers, canals and historic farms: The territory is dotted with Aragonese towers, freshwater canals such as the Royal Canal and historic farms that are still active. Some host farmhouses, others agricultural processing laboratories, others are places of hospitality and rural culture. It is possible to visit many of them to discover organic farming, underground oil mills and traditional oil and cheese production. 👉 Tip: Visit an eighteenth-century farmhouse and participate in the olive harvest: an authentic and concrete experience. 🚶 Slow walks between sea and countryside: The park is crisscrossed by a dense network of trails for walkers, cyclists and horses. The paths connect the sandy coast to the hinterland, passing through olive groves, artesian wells, dry stone walls and country churches. The best seasons to explore are spring and autumn, when the colors and scents reach their maximum splendor. 👉 Tip: Take a guided walk in spring through the blooming fields: the park is transformed into a wild garden. 🍴 Flavors of the land and the sea: The local cuisine tells of the deep bond between farmers and fishermen. DOP extra virgin olive oil, wood-fired bread, fresh cheeses, seasonal vegetables and oily fish are the protagonists of the table. The gastronomy of the park is simple, sustainable and full of flavor. 👉 Tip: Try the friselle with tomatoes and oil from the park: a poor dish, but full of sun and tradition. 🎉 Events, agriculture and soft tourism: The park promotes a model of slow and responsible tourism, linked to the enhancement of agricultural practices and the rural landscape. Taste workshops, biodiversity events, farmers' fairs and local markets animate the area throughout the year. Each visit is an encounter with the land and with those who protect it every day. 👉 Tip: Take part in the Biodiversity Festival in summer: tastings, walks, workshops for children and stories of regenerative agriculture. The Park of the Coastal Dunes is a landscape that breathes slowly: a mobile border between sand and olive trees, where every step reveals the sober beauty of the most authentic Puglia.