Sant'Andrea in Puglia: beaches & things to do

Coast, landscape and places to discover

Sant'Andrea lies on the Adriatic coast in the area of Melendugno. Nearby coastal places include Conca Specchiulla and Torre dell'Orso.

The page brings together the main public, natural and historic places documented for this locality, including I Faraglioni di Sant Andrea, Grotta di Mafar, Spiaggia della Punticeddha and Grotta dello Mbruficu.

Municipality Melendugno · Province of Lecce

Coast Adriatic coast

Landscape Sea stacks, caves and cliffs

Discover Sant'Andrea

A concise guide to the coastline, the main places and the historical or environmental context of this locality.

Coast and landscape

The coastline around Sant'Andrea is characterised by sea stacks, caves and cliffs. This setting shapes both access to the sea and the identity of the resort.

Places to know

Among the places documented on this page are I Faraglioni di Sant Andrea, Grotta di Mafar, Spiaggia della Punticeddha and Grotta dello Mbruficu. Proper names are kept in their original local form.

Context and protection

The Arco degli Innamorati collapsed on 14 February 2026 after severe weather. The page therefore does not present the arch as an existing formation.

Where Sant'Andrea is

On the Adriatic coast in the area of Melendugno. Nearby coastal places include Conca Specchiulla and Torre dell'Orso.

Sant'Andrea Melendugno · Province of Lecce

Take me there

Approximate coordinates: 40.2542, 18.4446

Photographs of Sant'Andrea

15 photographs document the coastline, local landmarks and seaside activities of Sant'Andrea.

Spiaggia di Sant Andrea - Sant Andrea — Photo: @oriettabarulli

Spiaggia di Sant Andrea - Sant Andrea - Melendugno — Photo: fleamartano

I Faraglioni di Sant Andrea - Sant Andrea - Melendugno — Photo: fleamartano

Grotta del Canale - Sant Andrea - Melendugno — Photo: vickyinthebox

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Beaches and places in Sant'Andrea

The page lists 9 public, natural or historic places documented for this locality.

Sant’Andrea Sea Stacks

One of Salento’s most recognisable rocky landscapes, shaped by stacks, caves and small inlets. Since February 2026 the view has changed: the Lovers’ Arch has completely collapsed.

Mafar Cave

Mafar Cave is a natural coastal cave at Sant’Andrea. Its name and coordinates are recorded in the 2026 Puglia Speleological Federation cave register.

Punticeddha Beach

A tiny free cove on the edge of Sant’Andrea’s rocky coastline, reached by a short walk and a descent cut into the rock. Sand, stones and rock share a very small space below cliffs and Mediterranean scrub.

Mbruficu Cave

Mbruficu Cave is a natural coastal cave at Sant’Andrea. Its name and coordinates are recorded in the 2026 Puglia Speleological Federation cave register.

Tafaluro Sea Stack

Tafaluro, often associated with Sant’Andrea’s “Sphinx”, is an isolated limestone formation that defines the bay panorama. It is best enjoyed from the shore and natural viewpoints.

Sant’Andrea Beach

Sant’Andrea Beach is a very small natural cove facing the Sphinx sea stack in the famous limestone landscape.

Grotta del Pepe Cave

Grotta del Pepe Cave is a natural coastal cave at Sant’Andrea. Its name and coordinates are recorded in the 2026 Puglia Speleological Federation cave register.

Pepe Cove

Spiaggia dellu Pepe is not a broad sandy beach. local public sources describes a rocky area by the large sea stacks, reached by steps to a natural platform.

Grotta del Canale Cave

Grotta del Canale Cave is a natural coastal cave at Sant’Andrea. Its name and coordinates are recorded in the 2026 Puglia Speleological Federation cave register.

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Frequently asked questions about Sant'Andrea

Essential answers about the location, coast, principal places and current context.

Where is Sant'Andrea?

Torre Sant'Andrea is a coastal locality in the Municipality of Melendugno, between Conca Specchiulla and Torre dell'Orso.

Does the Lovers' Arch still exist?

No. Sant'Andrea's natural arch collapsed on 14 February 2026 after several days of severe weather.

Are the Sant'Andrea sea stacks still there?

Yes. The 2026 collapse affected the Lovers' Arch; the wider system of sea stacks and cliffs remains the area's main landscape feature.

How many places does the Sant'Andrea page link?

Nine, all retained as natural places: sea stacks, caves, rocks and small beaches.

Does the old page contain private beach clubs?

No. The nine linked pages were classified as natural places rather than private businesses.

Can the rocky coastline change over time?

Yes. The 2026 collapse shows that erosion and storms can alter the cliff; local safety signs and restrictions should always be followed.

Nearby seaside resorts to discover

Continue along the coast towards Conca Specchiulla and Torre dell'Orso.

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