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Parcheggio Cala Paura

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We spent a wonderful day there, climbing down from the rocks into the sea to snorkel, even entering the Grotta delle Rondinelle (Swallow Cave), which was fantastic.","voto":"10","idAreaGiudizio":"76272"},{"autore":"82133","data":"02\/05\/2024","commento":"A very nice place, close to the historic center, within walking distance. It has one drawback: the traffic police issue \u20ac200 fines (confirmed by speaking with them in person), because parking is prohibited throughout the area. To avoid fines, I highly recommend parking on the other side of town, near the sports field, where there's a parking lot with blue lines and parking meters, where campers are permitted (also confirmed by speaking with them in person). The cost is \u20ac10 for 24 hours, calculated from the time of arrival. That parking lot is also very nice and close to the historic center. It's \u20ac10 well spent, in my opinion.","voto":"1","idAreaGiudizio":"75149"},{"autore":"142996","data":"23\/02\/2024","commento":"Parking lot with spectacular views, full of campers, and very convenient for the town center. Close to several coves.","voto":"8","idAreaGiudizio":"74331"},{"autore":"147029","data":"20\/11\/2023","commento":"Excellent rest area without services, but excellent for stopping and with an exceptional view.","voto":"7","idAreaGiudizio":"73383"},{"autore":"77384","data":"06\/09\/2023","commento":"Beautiful place by the sea, free beach, the important thing is not to camp. Fairytale sea and you sleep like God at night.","voto":"8","idAreaGiudizio":"72169"},{"autore":"110447","data":"24\/08\/2023","commento":"Excellent solution 50 meters from the beach and 500 meters from the center. Unfortunately, I pointed out to the camper next door that chairs and tables were best left unused and he replied that he didn't care about the fact that camping was prohibited and would pay the fine. Extremely wrong speech given that we are guests and if they don't like our behavior at a certain point, they ban access. So let's respect the rules. The place deserves, directly on the sea, free parking on rocks and dirt. In the late morning it fills up with cars which limits the possible exit of bulky vehicles.","voto":"10","idAreaGiudizio":"71692"},{"autore":"119588","data":"16\/07\/2023","commento":"The best you can get! Gorgeous sea, beautiful town, cool and breezy at night, there are 2 fountains nearby. The most important thing is to avoid camping because otherwise the fun ends.","voto":"10","idAreaGiudizio":"70252"},{"autore":"142623","data":"03\/06\/2023","commento":"Beautiful place on the cliff, near the center, spent a quiet night, we were about thirty campers","voto":"10","idAreaGiudizio":"69114"},{"autore":"117363","data":"01\/01\/2023","commento":"Beautiful place a few hundred meters from the historic center. You can only stop, there is an absolute ban on camping. No services. I recommend respecting the ban on camping and keeping clean, only in this way we can have the opportunity to stop in a beautiful area.","voto":"9","idAreaGiudizio":"67212"},{"autore":"134787","data":"30\/10\/2022","commento":"Wonderful place, priceless sea view, very close to the center, we moved a day and even stayed overnight, highly recommended","voto":"10","idAreaGiudizio":"66553"},{"autore":"118058","data":"05\/01\/2022","commento":"Really very nice place. There is a sign forbidding camping but not parking, in fact in addition to us there were at least 15 other campers parked. Spectacular view, monachile blade reachable in 10 minutes on foot.","voto":"8","idAreaGiudizio":"60688"},{"autore":"134399","data":"29\/07\/2021","commento":"Breathtaking view, coves nearby, you can't camp but it's worth it for the magnificent landscape, quiet area obviously being a parking lot, there is no water and electricity.","voto":"10","idAreaGiudizio":"56734"},{"autore":"119827","data":"20\/07\/2021","commento":"I confirm the one written by Mauretti, a phenomenal place from a landscape point of view, you can sleep there, but not camp, so no tables or awning (also because it would have torn with the strong wind). Convenient for the town center and in any case free.","voto":"8","idAreaGiudizio":"56361"},{"autore":"53929","data":"30\/08\/2020","commento":"Parking overlooking the sea, breathtaking views, near the center and maximum freedom: the spirit of the open air. However, a distinction must be made between stopping and camping: the municipal police intervened to recall those who did not respect the rules or perhaps did not know the difference between the two terms. We make sure not to "collaborate" with the local authorities to issue other bans, put up bars and lose even this wonderful stopping point. It just depends on us.","voto":"10","idAreaGiudizio":"52710"},{"autore":"47671","data":"30\/08\/2020","commento":"I confirm what has already been said by others.","voto":"7","idAreaGiudizio":"52679"},{"autore":"88327","data":"23\/09\/2019","commento":"Excellent location to visit the center of the country and spend a few hours relaxing admiring the waves crashing on the rocks. It is not possible to camp and open windows etc. because prohibited by cartel. To go to the village, I recommend going through the adjacent beach as a free beach and going up the stairs. Dogs are forbidden on free beaches.","voto":"6","idAreaGiudizio":"46995"},{"autore":"114603","data":"22\/07\/2019","commento":"Perfect for spending a day at the beach and visiting the nearby center (less than 1 km). Plenty of space in the parking lot, little on the beach. But you know.","voto":"8","idAreaGiudizio":"44303"},{"autore":"95488","data":"30\/04\/2019","commento":"Excellent for spending the day, beautiful view, village 2 steps away. Month of April we were told that staying overnight is not a problem ... just don't camp.","voto":"10","idAreaGiudizio":"42227"},{"autore":"112459","data":"23\/08\/2018","commento":"Great location. No one has fined us.","voto":"9","idAreaGiudizio":"38802"},{"autore":"103594","data":"21\/07\/2018","commento":"","voto":"10","idAreaGiudizio":"37040"},{"autore":"71405","data":"25\/08\/2017","commento":"I would like to understand the reason for the fines: is it possible or not to stop? Is there any ban? Thank you all","voto":"1","idAreaGiudizio":"31878"},{"autore":"109034","data":"09\/08\/2017","commento":"Attention, they pass vigilant and they charge fines of 200 euros! Tonight 40 campers including mine. I will still appeal. The place is wonderful!","voto":"1","idAreaGiudizio":"30893"},{"autore":"54561","data":"03\/08\/2017","commento":"","voto":"8","idAreaGiudizio":"30588"},{"autore":"111593","data":"27\/07\/2017","commento":"Be careful in this square it is no longer allowed to camp ... with high sanction.","voto":"1","idAreaGiudizio":"30111"},{"autore":"99989","data":"21\/07\/2017","commento":"Possibility of parking with camping prohibition. Beautiful place on the cliff, 10 minutes walk from the center of Polignano a mare","voto":"10","idAreaGiudizio":"29647"},{"autore":"111300","data":"17\/07\/2017","commento":"Quiet, free parking, with no service. It is possible to park the motorhome overlooking the sea. There is also a free beach with the possibility of renting an umbrella. Restaurant with fish cuisine, cheap price. The village can be reached on foot","voto":"9","idAreaGiudizio":"29559"},{"autore":"30976","data":"14\/09\/2016","commento":"At 8 pm the police pass to say that there is an ordinance by the mayor that prohibits parking after 8pm","voto":"8","idAreaGiudizio":"25561"},{"autore":"106419","data":"03\/09\/2016","commento":"","voto":"8","idAreaGiudizio":"25318"},{"autore":"85442","data":"03\/09\/2016","commento":"","voto":"9","idAreaGiudizio":"25317"},{"autore":"76255","data":"14\/08\/2016","commento":"Stop prohibited by municipal ordinance: brigades pass to be evacuated","voto":"1","idAreaGiudizio":"24267"},{"autore":"96369","data":"08\/08\/2016","commento":"Parking in a beautiful location on the cliff, near the center, wc, bar, trattoria, no drinking water supply and waste water discharge.","voto":"8","idAreaGiudizio":"23989"},{"autore":"105710","data":"06\/08\/2016","commento":"Near the center. I recommend eating fish at the beach and renting pedalo to visit caves.","voto":"8","idAreaGiudizio":"23917"},{"autore":"105162","data":"20\/07\/2016","commento":"Beautiful place, at night you sleep without paying. Very convenient to the center","voto":"10","idAreaGiudizio":"23213"},{"autore":"104891","data":"29\/06\/2016","commento":"Beautiful place by the sea, near the center. Camping is forbidden, but maximum tolerance","voto":"10","idAreaGiudizio":"22898"},{"autore":"71308","data":"07\/09\/2015","commento":"Breathtaking view, free August 28th. Quiet","voto":"8","idAreaGiudizio":"20299"},{"autore":"22015","data":"29\/08\/2015","commento":"Magnificent location, camping prohibited, tolerant brigade, I recommend eaten fish at the beach. No Loading of drinking water and wastewater discharge","voto":"4","idAreaGiudizio":"20116"},{"autore":"98533","data":"06\/07\/2015","commento":"Quiet area near the sea","voto":"6","idAreaGiudizio":"19160"},{"autore":"83184","data":"25\/08\/2014","commento":"Lovely place by the sea. To improve cleaning. Morning and evening without a car is free. Quiet","voto":"8","idAreaGiudizio":"17301"},{"autore":"65343","data":"22\/06\/2011","commento":"Dirty, cleanable, wonderful sea for those who love the rock","voto":"6","idAreaGiudizio":"6779"}]
Parcheggio Cala Paura
Stopover area (PS)
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Polignano a Mare (BA) - In loc. Cala Paura
N 40.999400, E 17.212600
Services and location
Paid Pets allowed

City Sea

7.6

42 Reviews

Information
N.d.
Opening period: Annual

Description

Unattended parking area located on a rocky promontory overlooking the sea, adjacent to a small beach resort and not far from the town center. Overnight parking is not permitted.
To get to the car park: from Monopoli, cross the town, pass the old bridge about 1km on the right.

Nearby

In the evening the beach club removes the deckchairs and sets up tables to serve as a restaurant.

What motorhome travellers say

Campers consider this an extraordinary rest area with spectacular sea views, close to the historic center and within walking distance. Users state that it's essential to respect the camping ban to preserve this opportunity, although tolerance is generally present. The area lacks services but offers free parking on rocks and dirt roads, with direct access to the sea and nearby coves.
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Stellabianca
Stellabianca
Stellabianca commented: 13/09/2025 14:29
Parking lot with a stunning sea view, signs prohibiting overnight parking everywhere. We stayed two nights and no one said anything. They're tolerant. I recommend it.
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zampacobra
zampacobra
zampacobra commented: 23/08/2024 17:10
Strategic location, fantastic view. They ask you not to linger between 8:00 PM and 9:00 AM, but they've always been tolerant.
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Jerry70
Jerry70
Jerry70 commented: 22/07/2024 20:00
Free parking with a spectacular view, close to the center. We stopped for the night with other campers, but camping or overnight parking is not permitted.
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sergiodisi
sergiodisi
sergiodisi commented: 13/07/2024 23:11
A beautiful seaside rest stop, you can stay day or night. There were many campers, and no fines. The only restriction is that you can't camp, so let's be as respectful as possible because this is a little paradise. We spent a wonderful day there, climbing down from the rocks into the sea to snorkel, even entering the Grotta delle Rondinelle (Swallow Cave), which was fantastic.
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fabiom98
fabiom98
fabiom98 commented: 02/05/2024 12:00
A very nice place, close to the historic center, within walking distance. It has one drawback: the traffic police issue €200 fines (confirmed by speaking with them in person), because parking is prohibited throughout the area. To avoid fines, I highly recommend parking on the other side of town, near the sports field, where there's a parking lot with blue lines and parking meters, where campers are permitted (also confirmed by speaking with them in person). The cost is €10 for 24 hours, calculated from the time of arrival. That parking lot is also very nice and close to the historic center. It's €10 well spent, in my opinion.
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chri_82
chri_82
chri_82 commented: 23/02/2024 11:16
Parking lot with spectacular views, full of campers, and very convenient for the town center. Close to several coves.
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dream couple
dream couple
dream couple commented: 20/11/2023 14:07
Excellent rest area without services, but excellent for stopping and with an exceptional view.
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redicuori
redicuori
redicuori commented: 06/09/2023 21:00
Beautiful place by the sea, free beach, the important thing is not to camp. Fairytale sea and you sleep like God at night.
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Crisgam
Crisgam
Crisgam commented: 24/08/2023 9:08
Excellent solution 50 meters from the beach and 500 meters from the center. Unfortunately, I pointed out to the camper next door that chairs and tables were best left unused and he replied that he didn't care about the fact that camping was prohibited and would pay the fine. Extremely wrong speech given that we are guests and if they don't like our behavior at a certain point, they ban access. So let's respect the rules. The place deserves, directly on the sea, free parking on rocks and dirt. In the late morning it fills up with cars which limits the possible exit of bulky vehicles.
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KnausSerDan
KnausSerDan
KnausSerDan commented: 16/07/2023 23:11
The best you can get! Gorgeous sea, beautiful town, cool and breezy at night, there are 2 fountains nearby. The most important thing is to avoid camping because otherwise the fun ends.
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Raf050765OLD
Raf050765OLD
Raf050765OLD commented: 03/06/2023 10:33
Beautiful place on the cliff, near the center, spent a quiet night, we were about thirty campers
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Bulldog1
Bulldog1
Bulldog1 commented: 01/01/2023 19:52
Beautiful place a few hundred meters from the historic center. You can only stop, there is an absolute ban on camping. No services. I recommend respecting the ban on camping and keeping clean, only in this way we can have the opportunity to stop in a beautiful area.
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rossocaliente
rossocaliente
rossocaliente commented: 30/10/2022 8:31
Wonderful place, priceless sea view, very close to the center, we moved a day and even stayed overnight, highly recommended
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Paolo64febr
Paolo64febr
Paolo64febr commented: 05/01/2022 21:17
Really very nice place. There is a sign forbidding camping but not parking, in fact in addition to us there were at least 15 other campers parked. Spectacular view, monachile blade reachable in 10 minutes on foot.
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GiuliaeAle
GiuliaeAle
GiuliaeAle commented: 29/07/2021 18:12
Breathtaking view, coves nearby, you can't camp but it's worth it for the magnificent landscape, quiet area obviously being a parking lot, there is no water and electricity.
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walter108
walter108
walter108 commented: 20/07/2021 12:16
I confirm the one written by Mauretti, a phenomenal place from a landscape point of view, you can sleep there, but not camp, so no tables or awning (also because it would have torn with the strong wind). Convenient for the town center and in any case free.
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Mauretti
Mauretti
Mauretti commented: 30/08/2020 19:09
Parking overlooking the sea, breathtaking views, near the center and maximum freedom: the spirit of the open air. However, a distinction must be made between stopping and camping: the municipal police intervened to recall those who did not respect the rules or perhaps did not know the difference between the two terms. We make sure not to "collaborate" with the local authorities to issue other bans, put up bars and lose even this wonderful stopping point. It just depends on us.
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domax
domax
domax commented: 30/08/2020 12:34
I confirm what has already been said by others.
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Crispd
Crispd
Crispd commented: 23/09/2019 11:02
Excellent location to visit the center of the country and spend a few hours relaxing admiring the waves crashing on the rocks. It is not possible to camp and open windows etc. because prohibited by cartel. To go to the village, I recommend going through the adjacent beach as a free beach and going up the stairs. Dogs are forbidden on free beaches.
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Machomelandri
Machomelandri
Machomelandri commented: 22/07/2019 16:43
Perfect for spending a day at the beach and visiting the nearby center (less than 1 km). Plenty of space in the parking lot, little on the beach. But you know.
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Sangioberta
Sangioberta
Sangioberta commented: 30/04/2019 19:30
Excellent for spending the day, beautiful view, village 2 steps away. Month of April we were told that staying overnight is not a problem ... just don't camp.
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Giadacorradi79
Giadacorradi79
Giadacorradi79 commented: 23/08/2018 15:31
Great location. No one has fined us.
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sevylor
sevylor
sevylor commented: 21/07/2018 12:04
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casacca
casacca
casacca commented: 25/08/2017 1:37
I would like to understand the reason for the fines: is it possible or not to stop? Is there any ban? Thank you all
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Andales
Andales
Andales commented: 09/08/2017 16:44
Attention, they pass vigilant and they charge fines of 200 euros! Tonight 40 campers including mine. I will still appeal. The place is wonderful!
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sputnik
sputnik
sputnik commented: 03/08/2017 12:42
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Alfonsocc
Alfonsocc
Alfonsocc commented: 27/07/2017 17:45
Be careful in this square it is no longer allowed to camp ... with high sanction.
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olivolese
olivolese
olivolese commented: 21/07/2017 11:46
Possibility of parking with camping prohibition. Beautiful place on the cliff, 10 minutes walk from the center of Polignano a mare
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Barbiegirl
Barbiegirl
Barbiegirl commented: 17/07/2017 23:08
Quiet, free parking, with no service. It is possible to park the motorhome overlooking the sea. There is also a free beach with the possibility of renting an umbrella. Restaurant with fish cuisine, cheap price. The village can be reached on foot
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zioferny1
zioferny1
zioferny1 commented: 14/09/2016 1:16
At 8 pm the police pass to say that there is an ordinance by the mayor that prohibits parking after 8pm
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Eriky BE
Eriky BE
Eriky BE commented: 03/09/2016 15:14
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Davide MD
Davide MD
Davide MD commented: 03/09/2016 15:10
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iacoiaco
iacoiaco
iacoiaco commented: 14/08/2016 8:38
Stop prohibited by municipal ordinance: brigades pass to be evacuated
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turcoengine
turcoengine
turcoengine commented: 08/08/2016 14:48
Parking in a beautiful location on the cliff, near the center, wc, bar, trattoria, no drinking water supply and waste water discharge.
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chima
chima
chima commented: 06/08/2016 12:15
Near the center. I recommend eating fish at the beach and renting pedalo to visit caves.
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Nini80
Nini80
Nini80 commented: 20/07/2016 17:16
Beautiful place, at night you sleep without paying. Very convenient to the center
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Buskerwolf
Buskerwolf
Buskerwolf commented: 29/06/2016 16:04
Beautiful place by the sea, near the center. Camping is forbidden, but maximum tolerance
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lucafer69
lucafer69
lucafer69 commented: 07/09/2015 0:14
Breathtaking view, free August 28th. Quiet
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marioselli
marioselli
marioselli commented: 29/08/2015 23:39
Magnificent location, camping prohibited, tolerant brigade, I recommend eaten fish at the beach. No Loading of drinking water and wastewater discharge
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marioangela
marioangela
marioangela commented: 06/07/2015 18:47
Quiet area near the sea
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pcerini
pcerini
pcerini commented: 25/08/2014 18:17
Lovely place by the sea. To improve cleaning. Morning and evening without a car is free. Quiet
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Ekhnaton
Ekhnaton
Ekhnaton commented: 22/06/2011 17:55
Dirty, cleanable, wonderful sea for those who love the rock
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