The Ancient Olive Trees of Ostuni and Fasano: Timeless Treasures of Puglia
- Sep 11, 2025
- 2 min read
Updated: Jan 24
If you’re planning a trip to Puglia, don’t miss the chance to experience the breathtaking beauty of the millenary olive trees scattered across the landscape between Ostuni, Fasano, Carovigno, Cisternino, and the heart of the Itria Valley. These monumental trees are not only symbols of an ancient farming tradition, but they also represent a natural and cultural heritage of extraordinary value.
How to Visit the Plain of the Monumental Olive Trees
To fully enjoy the experience, we recommend:
A guided bike tour through the olive groves of Ostuni and Monopoli, for example this experience:
A visit to a historic masseria, where you can learn how olive oil is made and taste local products, for example this experience:
A road trip through nearby towns like Cisternino, Locorotondo, and Carovigno, for a complete immersion in the authentic Puglian lifestyle, for example this experience
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Where to Find Millenary Olive Trees in Puglia
One of the most fascinating places to admire these ancient olive trees is the so-called Plain of the Monumental Olive Trees ("Piana degli Ulivi Monumentali"), a stunning area that stretches between Ostuni and Fasano along the Adriatic coast. Here, thousands of olive trees—some more than 1,000 years old—form a surreal landscape of twisted trunks, exposed roots, and silvery leaves gently blowing in the wind.
Many of these trees have been officially recorded and protected by the Puglia Region, and some have even been dated back to Roman times.
Why Visit the Millenary Olive Trees?
Visiting these ancient olive trees is like stepping back in time. Walking among these silent giants connects you to the most authentic soul of rural Puglia. Some of the trees still produce extra virgin olive oil, the result of sustainable farming techniques handed down through generations.
Many traditional masserias (farmhouses) offer guided tours through the olive groves, olive oil tastings, and even hiking or cycling routes immersed in nature.
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