{"id":1279251,"date":"2026-01-23T15:42:48","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T15:42:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/the-road-less-traveled-finding-hidden-gems-in-italy\/"},"modified":"2026-07-03T13:11:15","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T13:11:15","slug":"les-chemins-hors-des-sentiers-battus-%c3%a0-la-d%c3%a9couverte-des-tr%c3%a9sors-cach%c3%a9s-de-litalie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/fr\/les-chemins-hors-des-sentiers-battus-%c3%a0-la-d%c3%a9couverte-des-tr%c3%a9sors-cach%c3%a9s-de-litalie\/","title":{"rendered":"Les chemins hors des sentiers battus : \u00e0 la d\u00e9couverte des tr\u00e9sors cach\u00e9s de l&#8217;Italie"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"1189\">L&#8217;Italie est mondialement connue pour ses villes historiques et ses sites embl\u00e9matiques dignes d&#8217;une carte postale, mais au-del\u00e0 des places bond\u00e9es de Rome et de Venise se cache une toute autre Italie. Au fil des routes de campagne tranquilles et le long de c\u00f4tes moins fr\u00e9quent\u00e9es, vous d\u00e9couvrirez <strong data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"497\">des joyaux cach\u00e9s qui<\/strong> n&#8217;attendent qu&#8217;\u00e0 \u00eatre explor\u00e9s. Ce sont ces villages m\u00e9di\u00e9vaux, ces plages immacul\u00e9es et ces petites villes historiques endormies que de nombreux touristes n\u00e9gligent. D\u2019une cit\u00e9 Renaissance <strong data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"693\">\u00ab La Belle au bois dormant \u00bb<\/strong> dans le nord aux plages aux eaux turquoise de l\u2019extr\u00eame sud, les destinations hors des sentiers battus de l\u2019Italie offrent une culture riche et <strong data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"865\">des exp\u00e9riences authentiques, loin de la foule<\/strong>. Se rendre dans ces endroits est plus facile que vous ne le pensez (oui, il y a des trains et des auberges de jeunesse m\u00eame dans les petites villes !), et vous y gagnerez un contact plus intime avec la vie italienne. Alors, si vous \u00eates pr\u00eat \u00e0 sortir des sentiers battus, faites le plein d\u2019esprit d\u2019aventure et plongeons ensemble \u00e0 la d\u00e9couverte des plus beaux tr\u00e9sors m\u00e9connus de l\u2019Italie !<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1327\">Mantoue, Lombardie \u2013 L\u2019histoire de la Renaissance loin de la foule<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1273712\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1273712\" style=\"width: 2047px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/europe\/italy\/mantova\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1273712 post links\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/golden_voyagers-JHIaDjf5cBY-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"hidden gems in italy\" width=\"2047\" height=\"2559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/golden_voyagers-JHIaDjf5cBY-unsplash-scaled.jpg 2047w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/golden_voyagers-JHIaDjf5cBY-unsplash-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/golden_voyagers-JHIaDjf5cBY-unsplash-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/golden_voyagers-JHIaDjf5cBY-unsplash-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/golden_voyagers-JHIaDjf5cBY-unsplash-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/golden_voyagers-JHIaDjf5cBY-unsplash-1638x2048.jpg 1638w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2047px) 100vw, 2047px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1273712\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo de <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@golden_voyagers?utm_source=unsplash&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_content=creditCopyText\" class=\"post links\">Golden_Voyagers<\/a> sur <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/a-group-of-people-walking-down-a-street-next-to-tall-buildings-JHIaDjf5cBY?utm_source=unsplash&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_content=creditCopyText\" class=\"post links\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"2027\"><p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/europe\/italy\/mantova\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>R\u00e9server des auberges \u00e0 Mantoue<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"2027\">Nich\u00e9e au nord de l\u2019Italie, <strong data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1374\">Mantoue (Mantova)<\/strong> est un joyau de la Renaissance souvent ignor\u00e9 par les voyageurs press\u00e9s de se rendre de Milan \u00e0 Venise. Les Italiens surnomment affectueusement Mantoue <em data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1519\">\u00ab La Bella Addormentata<\/em> \u00bb, ou \u00ab la Belle au bois dormant \u00bb, car elle est rest\u00e9e merveilleusement inchang\u00e9e depuis des si\u00e8cles. Entour\u00e9e de trois lacs formant un foss\u00e9 naturel, la silhouette de Mantoue, avec ses tourelles de ch\u00e2teau et ses coupoles, semble flotter sur l\u2019eau \u2013 un spectacle qui s\u2019offre soudain \u00e0 vos yeux lorsque vous traversez les ponts sur les lacs au lever du soleil. Cette petite ville \u00e9tait le puissant si\u00e8ge de la famille Gonzague, et ses rues pav\u00e9es ainsi que ses grands palais murmurent des r\u00e9cits de gloire m\u00e9di\u00e9vale et de la Renaissance.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2324\"><strong data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2046\">Situation g\u00e9ographique<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2324\">Lombardie, nord de l&#8217;Italie \u2013 \u00e0 environ 40 km au sud du lac de Garde et de V\u00e9rone. Mantoue est situ\u00e9e au bord du Mincio, entour\u00e9e de lacs. C&#8217;est une ville compacte o\u00f9 l&#8217;on peut parcourir \u00e0 pied le centre historique, class\u00e9 au patrimoine mondial de l&#8217;UNESCO, d&#8217;un bout \u00e0 l&#8217;autre en 20 minutes.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2647\"><strong data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2350\">Comment s&#8217;y rendre<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2647\">Bien desservie par le train et la route. Des trains directs relient Milan (2 heures) et V\u00e9rone (45 minutes) \u00e0 la gare de Mantoue. En voiture, il faut compter environ 2 h 30 depuis Venise. Le centre-ville est en grande partie pi\u00e9ton, il est donc conseill\u00e9 de se garer en dehors du centre et de l&#8217;explorer \u00e0 pied ou \u00e0 v\u00e9lo (la location de v\u00e9los est tr\u00e8s r\u00e9pandue ici).<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2670\"><strong data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2669\">\u00c0 faire<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2677\" data-end=\"3028\"><strong data-start=\"2677\" data-end=\"2696\">Palazzo Ducale :<\/strong> explorez le vaste palais des Gonzague, une \u00ab ville dans la ville \u00bb comptant 500 pi\u00e8ces regorgeant de chefs-d\u2019\u0153uvre artistiques et de salles orn\u00e9es de fresques. Ne manquez pas la Chambre des \u00c9poux (<em data-start=\"2855\" data-end=\"2875\">Camera degli Sposi<\/em>) avec ses superbes fresques du XVe si\u00e8cle r\u00e9alis\u00e9es par Mantegna, et fl\u00e2nez dans les cours et les jardins du palais en imaginant la vie \u00e0 la cour.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3035\" data-end=\"3267\"><strong data-start=\"3035\" data-end=\"3050\">Palazzo Te :<\/strong> Admirez l\u2019art mani\u00e9riste dans cette villa de plaisance situ\u00e9e \u00e0 la p\u00e9riph\u00e9rie de la ville. Sa Salle des G\u00e9ants vous laissera sans voix : toute la pi\u00e8ce est recouverte, du sol au plafond, de sc\u00e8nes mythologiques qui semblent d\u00e9ferler autour de vous.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3652\"><strong data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3294\">Promenade au bord du lac :<\/strong> promenez-vous le long de la Piazza Sordello et de la Piazza delle Erbe en fin d\u2019apr\u00e8s-midi, puis dirigez-vous vers le parc au bord du lac. Alors que le soleil se couche sur le Lago Inferiore, la silhouette de la ligne d\u2019horizon de Mantoue se refl\u00e9tant dans l\u2019eau est tout simplement magique. Rejoignez les habitants pour une <strong data-start=\"3540\" data-end=\"3555\">passeggiata<\/strong> tranquille et profitez-en pour siroter un spritz en ap\u00e9ritif dans un caf\u00e9 offrant une belle vue.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3657\" data-end=\"4422\"><strong data-start=\"3657\" data-end=\"3672\">Astuce pour les petits budgets<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3657\" data-end=\"4422\">Mantoue est agr\u00e9ablement abordable par rapport aux grandes villes italiennes. De nombreuses attractions (comme les \u00e9glises et les sites en plein air) sont gratuites ou peu co\u00fbteuses. Vous pouvez d\u00e9guster la c\u00e9l\u00e8bre cuisine locale \u2013 pensez aux tortelli \u00e0 la citrouille et au risotto savoureux \u2013 sans vous ruiner dans les petites trattorias. Pour un s\u00e9jour d\u2019un excellent rapport qualit\u00e9-prix, pensez \u00e0 l\u2019auberge de jeunesse locale. <strong data-start=\"3995\" data-end=\"4012\">Le Mantua Hostal<\/strong> est situ\u00e9 dans un b\u00e2timent r\u00e9nov\u00e9 du XVIIIe si\u00e8cle en plein centre-ville. Il allie un d\u00e9cor vintage et moderne et dispose m\u00eame d\u2019une terrasse donnant sur la basilique de Sant\u2019Andrea. Il offre une ambiance conviviale et multiculturelle (salle commune avec jeux de soci\u00e9t\u00e9 et espace adapt\u00e9 aux ordinateurs portables), id\u00e9ale pour rencontrer d\u2019autres voyageurs.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4424\" data-end=\"5046\"><strong data-start=\"4424\" data-end=\"4475\">O\u00f9 s\u00e9journer \u00e0 proximit\u00e9 \u2013 Mantua Hostal (Mantoue)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/p\/275131\/mantua-hostal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1273714 post links\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mantua-hostal.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mantua-hostal.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mantua-hostal-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mantua-hostal-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/p\/275131\/mantua-hostal\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>R\u00e9server le Mantua Hostal<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4424\" data-end=\"5046\">Cette petite auberge accueillante est situ\u00e9e dans un b\u00e2timent du XVIIIe si\u00e8cle, au c\u0153ur du centre historique de Mantoue. Elle offre une ambiance chaleureuse et conviviale : au dernier \u00e9tage, vous trouverez un salon avec des canap\u00e9s, des jeux de soci\u00e9t\u00e9 et m\u00eame une terrasse d\u2019o\u00f9 vous pourrez admirer le d\u00f4me de Sant\u2019Andrea. Vous serez \u00e0 5 minutes \u00e0 pied de tous les sites touristiques, et le mobilier vintage conf\u00e8re \u00e0 l\u2019\u00e9tablissement un caract\u00e8re chaleureux. C\u2019est le pied-\u00e0-terre \u00e9conomique id\u00e9al pour d\u00e9couvrir de pr\u00e8s le charme de Mantoue.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5048\" data-end=\"5471\">Mantoue donne l\u2019impression d\u2019\u00eatre une capsule temporelle de la Renaissance : <strong data-start=\"5095\" data-end=\"5176\">m\u00e9connue des visiteurs \u00e9trangers, mais d\u00e9bordante d\u2019art, de culture et de vie locale<\/strong>. En fl\u00e2nant sur ses places tranquilles bord\u00e9es de portiques, vous vous demanderez peut-\u00eatre comment cette <em data-start=\"5287\" data-end=\"5317\">\u00ab ville la plus agr\u00e9able \u00e0 vivre d\u2019Italie \u00bb<\/em> a pu passer inaper\u00e7ue. Mais cela fait partie de la magie de Mantoue : vous profitez d\u2019un tr\u00e9sor culturel italien rien que pour vous.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5473\" data-end=\"5539\">Camogli, en Ligurie \u2013 Un village baln\u00e9aire color\u00e9, \u00e9pargn\u00e9 par le temps<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1273715\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sara-canonici-W8oGOxDBmIE-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"hidden gems in italy\" width=\"1706\" height=\"2559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sara-canonici-W8oGOxDBmIE-unsplash-scaled.jpg 1706w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sara-canonici-W8oGOxDBmIE-unsplash-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sara-canonici-W8oGOxDBmIE-unsplash-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sara-canonici-W8oGOxDBmIE-unsplash-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sara-canonici-W8oGOxDBmIE-unsplash-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sara-canonici-W8oGOxDBmIE-unsplash-1365x2048.jpg 1365w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1706px) 100vw, 1706px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5541\" data-end=\"6431\">Sur la Riviera italienne, \u00e0 quelques arr\u00eats de train seulement des foules des Cinque Terre et de Portofino, se trouve <strong data-start=\"5640\" data-end=\"5651\">Camogli<\/strong>, un village de p\u00eacheurs digne d\u2019une carte postale qui reste merveilleusement discret. Avec ses hautes maisons aux teintes pastel bordant le port et ses bateaux de p\u00eache en bois tanguant sur la mer de Ligurie, Camogli est aussi photog\u00e9nique que ses c\u00e9l\u00e8bres voisins \u2013 mais il y a bien moins de touristes. Le nom de la ville signifie litt\u00e9ralement \u00ab maison des \u00e9pouses \u00bb, en r\u00e9f\u00e9rence aux familles des marins qui s\u2019occupaient du foyer pendant que les hommes \u00e9taient en mer. Aujourd\u2019hui, la plage de galets de Camogli, ses promenades en bord de mer et son vieux ch\u00e2teau attirent principalement des familles italiennes et des routards avertis. C\u2019est le genre d\u2019endroit o\u00f9 l\u2019on peut d\u00e9guster une focaccia dans une boulangerie locale, discuter avec des commer\u00e7ants sympathiques et ressentir <em data-start=\"6327\" data-end=\"6361\">l\u2019ambiance d\u2019un village de p\u00eacheurs traditionnel<\/em> que les grandes stations baln\u00e9aires ont perdue.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"6437\" data-end=\"6714\"><strong data-start=\"6437\" data-end=\"6450\">Situation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6437\" data-end=\"6714\">R\u00e9gion de Ligurie (c\u00f4te nord-ouest), sur la <strong data-start=\"6492\" data-end=\"6515\">p\u00e9ninsule de Portofino<\/strong>. Camogli se trouve \u00e0 environ 25 km \u00e0 l\u2019est de G\u00eanes. Elle fait face au Golfo Paradiso et est adoss\u00e9e \u00e0 des collines verdoyantes. Juste \u00e0 c\u00f4t\u00e9 (litt\u00e9ralement de l\u2019autre c\u00f4t\u00e9 de la p\u00e9ninsule) se trouve la ville hupp\u00e9e de Portofino, mais Camogli est quant \u00e0 elle plus d\u00e9contract\u00e9e.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"6437\" data-end=\"6714\"><strong data-start=\"6719\" data-end=\"6740\">Comment s&#8217;y rendre<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6437\" data-end=\"6714\">Prenez un train r\u00e9gional au d\u00e9part de <strong data-start=\"6768\" data-end=\"6786\">G\u00eanes (Genova)<\/strong> sur la ligne c\u00f4ti\u00e8re : le trajet dure environ 30 minutes. Camogli dispose de sa propre gare, situ\u00e9e \u00e0 quelques pas du front de mer. Depuis les Cinque Terre, les trains au d\u00e9part de La Spezia mettent environ 1 heure. En \u00e9t\u00e9, vous pouvez \u00e9galement vous y rendre en bateau ou en ferry depuis G\u00eanes ou d\u2019autres villes de la Riviera. Le village est compact, vous n\u2019aurez donc pas besoin de voiture (et il est difficile de se garer).<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"7126\" data-end=\"7144\"><strong data-start=\"7126\" data-end=\"7143\">\u00c0 faire<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"7151\" data-end=\"7581\"><strong data-start=\"7151\" data-end=\"7174\">Front de mer et plage :<\/strong> fl\u00e2nez sur <strong data-start=\"7186\" data-end=\"7199\">le lungomare<\/strong> (promenade en bord de mer) bord\u00e9 de glaciers et de trattorias. D\u00e9tendez-vous sur la longue plage de galets de Camogli \u2013 l\u2019acc\u00e8s est gratuit, et vous pouvez louer une chaise longue \u00e0 certains endroits si vous le souhaitez. L\u2019eau est claire et id\u00e9ale pour la baignade lors des journ\u00e9es chaudes. Ne manquez pas de photographier depuis la plage la rang\u00e9e de grands b\u00e2timents color\u00e9s : leur peinture pastel patin\u00e9e et leurs volets verts sont typiques de la Ligurie.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7588\" data-end=\"7912\"><strong data-start=\"7588\" data-end=\"7617\">Castello della Dragonara :<\/strong> grimpez jusqu\u2019\u00e0 ce petit ch\u00e2teau m\u00e9di\u00e9val situ\u00e9 sur un \u00e9peron rocheux surplombant le port. Construit \u00e0 l\u2019origine pour se d\u00e9fendre contre les pirates, il offre aujourd\u2019hui une vue panoramique sur la baie de Camogli et accueille parfois des expositions d\u2019art. Au pied du ch\u00e2teau, les vagues viennent se briser contre les rochers : un endroit spectaculaire pour admirer le coucher de soleil.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7919\" data-end=\"8394\"><strong data-start=\"7919\" data-end=\"7954\">Abbaye de San Fruttuoso (excursion d\u2019une journ\u00e9e) :<\/strong> Embarquez sur un bateau (ou partez en randonn\u00e9e) pour rejoindre <strong data-start=\"8001\" data-end=\"8018\">San Fruttuoso<\/strong>, une minuscule crique accessible uniquement par la mer ou par un sentier. Nich\u00e9e entre des falaises couvertes de pins, vous y d\u00e9couvrirez une <strong data-start=\"8115\" data-end=\"8137\">abbaye du Xe si\u00e8cle<\/strong> situ\u00e9e au bord d\u2019une plage de galets, ainsi que la statue en bronze <em data-start=\"8170\" data-end=\"8191\">du \u00ab Christ des Abysses \u00bb<\/em>, immerg\u00e9e dans la baie. Les bateaux partent du port de Camogli et rejoignent ce lieu idyllique en une trentaine de minutes \u2013 c\u2019est un v\u00e9ritable joyau cach\u00e9, id\u00e9al pour un pique-nique et une baignade dans des eaux couleur \u00e9meraude.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"8399\" data-end=\"8771\"><strong data-start=\"8399\" data-end=\"8414\">Astuce pour les petits budgets<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"8399\" data-end=\"8771\">Compar\u00e9 aux complexes h\u00f4teliers haut de gamme de Portofino, Camogli propose des tarifs bien plus abordables. D\u00e9gustez des sp\u00e9cialit\u00e9s locales vendues dans la rue \u2013 <strong data-start=\"8540\" data-end=\"8552\">une farinata<\/strong> (galette de pois chiches) toute chaude ou une part de focaccia au fromage \u2013 pour seulement quelques euros. Si vous visitez plusieurs villes de Ligurie, faites des \u00e9conomies en empruntant les trains r\u00e9gionaux ou les ferries, peu co\u00fbteux, plut\u00f4t que les taxis ou les bateaux d&#8217;excursion, bien plus on\u00e9reux.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"8773\" data-end=\"9760\"><strong data-start=\"8773\" data-end=\"8829\">O\u00f9 se loger \u00e0 proximit\u00e9 \u2013 Ostello Bello Genova (G\u00eanes)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1273716\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-genoa.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-genoa.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-genoa-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-genoa-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/p\/307681\/ostello-bello-genova\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1273717 post links\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-genoa-2.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-genoa-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-genoa-2-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-genoa-2-768x511.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/p\/307681\/ostello-bello-genova\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>R\u00e9server l&#039;Ostello Bello Genova<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8773\" data-end=\"9760\">Camogli offre peu de possibilit\u00e9s d&#8217;h\u00e9bergement pour les routards, mais pas d&#8217;inqui\u00e9tude : la ville portuaire anim\u00e9e de G\u00eanes n&#8217;est qu&#8217;\u00e0 une demi-heure de route et constitue un excellent point de chute. L&#8217;Ostello Bello Genova est une auberge de jeunesse tr\u00e8s bien not\u00e9e situ\u00e9e au c\u0153ur de G\u00eanes. Elle est r\u00e9put\u00e9e pour son ambiance conviviale : imaginez des d\u00eeners en famille tous les soirs, de la musique live et m\u00eame du karaok\u00e9 dans un espace commun anim\u00e9. Elle dispose d\u2019une terrasse sur le toit avec des hamacs et d\u2019un jardin o\u00f9 vous pourrez vous d\u00e9tendre apr\u00e8s une journ\u00e9e d\u2019excursion sur la c\u00f4te. Avec une connexion Wi-Fi gratuite, un bar ouvert 24h\/24 et 7j\/7, et un emplacement \u00e0 5 minutes de la gare centrale, cet \u00e9tablissement est \u00e0 la fois pratique et tr\u00e8s anim\u00e9. De nombreux voyageurs s\u2019y installent pour explorer les ruelles historiques de G\u00eanes la nuit et les joyaux cach\u00e9s de la Ligurie (comme Camogli) pendant la journ\u00e9e.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"9762\" data-end=\"10291\">Camogli nous rappelle que m\u00eame le long de l\u2019une des c\u00f4tes les plus touristiques d\u2019Italie, on peut trouver la tranquillit\u00e9. Ici, <strong data-start=\"9870\" data-end=\"9975\">les Cinque Terre et Portofino ont beau voler la vedette, Camogli vous s\u00e9duira par son charme authentique<\/strong>. C\u2019est une \u00e9tape \u00ab secr\u00e8te \u00bb facile \u00e0 ajouter \u00e0 votre itin\u00e9raire si vous aimez les villes c\u00f4ti\u00e8res mais les pr\u00e9f\u00e9rez sans la foule. Passez un apr\u00e8s-midi de farniente sur le port avec une <strong data-start=\"10156\" data-end=\"10176\">glace<\/strong> cr\u00e9meuse <strong data-start=\"10156\" data-end=\"10176\">\u00e0 la pistache<\/strong>, et vous comprendrez pourquoi Camogli reste une escapade italienne tr\u00e8s pris\u00e9e, brillant discr\u00e8tement \u00e0 l\u2019\u00e9cart des projecteurs.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"10293\" data-end=\"10351\">Orta San Giulio, Pi\u00e9mont \u2013 Une escapade au bord d\u2019un lac digne d\u2019un conte de f\u00e9es<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1273718\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1273718\" style=\"width: 2559px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1273718\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/luca-florio-Ej86Gpo_gWY-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"hidden gems in italy\" width=\"2559\" height=\"1695\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/luca-florio-Ej86Gpo_gWY-unsplash-scaled.jpg 2559w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/luca-florio-Ej86Gpo_gWY-unsplash-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/luca-florio-Ej86Gpo_gWY-unsplash-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/luca-florio-Ej86Gpo_gWY-unsplash-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/luca-florio-Ej86Gpo_gWY-unsplash-1536x1017.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/luca-florio-Ej86Gpo_gWY-unsplash-2048x1356.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2559px) 100vw, 2559px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1273718\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo de <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@elleflorio?utm_source=unsplash&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_content=creditCopyText\" class=\"post links\">Luca Florio<\/a> sur <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/concrete-buildings-surrounded-by-body-of-water-during-daytime-Ej86Gpo_gWY?utm_source=unsplash&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_content=creditCopyText\" class=\"post links\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-start=\"10353\" data-end=\"11175\">Les lacs de C\u00f4me et Majeur jouissent d\u2019une renomm\u00e9e internationale, mais <strong data-start=\"10410\" data-end=\"10423\">le<\/strong> petit <strong data-start=\"10410\" data-end=\"10423\">lac d\u2019Orta<\/strong>, dans le Pi\u00e9mont, rec\u00e8le une magie particuli\u00e8re, presque secr\u00e8te. Le joyau de ce lac est <strong data-start=\"10500\" data-end=\"10519\">Orta San Giulio<\/strong>, souvent consid\u00e9r\u00e9 comme l\u2019un des plus beaux villages d\u2019Italie. Arriver \u00e0 Orta, c\u2019est comme entrer dans un conte de f\u00e9es : des ruelles \u00e9troites m\u00e8nent \u00e0 un bord de lac paisible, o\u00f9 un monast\u00e8re insulaire tr\u00f4ne, tel un myst\u00e8re, au milieu du lac. Avec ses <strong data-start=\"10804\" data-end=\"10858\">b\u00e2timents m\u00e9di\u00e9vaux aux couleurs pastel, ses balcons fleuris<\/strong> et l\u2019absence de voitures dans le centre historique, Orta San Giulio respire le romantisme et la tranquillit\u00e9. Des \u00e9crivains comme Balzac ont vant\u00e9 la beaut\u00e9 d\u2019Orta, mais aujourd\u2019hui encore, le village reste heureusement peu fr\u00e9quent\u00e9 par rapport aux grands lacs. Si vous recherchez une retraite sereine avec une touche de charme digne d\u2019un conte de f\u00e9es, Orta est le joyau cach\u00e9 qu\u2019il vous faut.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"11181\" data-end=\"11510\"><strong data-start=\"11181\" data-end=\"11194\">Situation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"11181\" data-end=\"11510\">R\u00e9gion du Pi\u00e9mont (Piemonte), au nord-ouest de l\u2019Italie. Le village d\u2019Orta San Giulio se trouve sur une p\u00e9ninsule de la rive est du <strong data-start=\"11309\" data-end=\"11322\">lac d\u2019Orta<\/strong>, \u00e0 environ 80 km au nord-ouest de Milan. Le lac est situ\u00e9 \u00e0 l\u2019ouest du lac Majeur, plus vaste. C\u2019est une petite ville \u2013 que l\u2019on peut traverser \u00e0 pied en 15 minutes \u2013 et le centre est en grande partie r\u00e9serv\u00e9 aux pi\u00e9tons.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"11515\" data-end=\"11944\"><strong data-start=\"11515\" data-end=\"11536\">Comment s&#8217;y rendre<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"11515\" data-end=\"11944\">Depuis Milan, prenez un train en direction de Domodossola et descendez \u00e0 la gare <strong data-start=\"11596\" data-end=\"11612\">d\u2019Orta-Miasino<\/strong> (environ 1 h 30), puis parcourez les 3 km qui vous s\u00e9parent du village en taxi ou en bus (ou \u00e0 pied en descente, si vous voyagez l\u00e9ger). Vous pouvez \u00e9galement prendre un train jusqu\u2019\u00e0 Pettenasco, situ\u00e9 \u00e0 proximit\u00e9, ou un bus depuis Novara. En voiture, Orta se trouve \u00e0 environ 1 h 30 de route de Milan : garez-vous sur les parkings pr\u00e9vus \u00e0 cet effet en hauteur, car les voitures ne sont pas autoris\u00e9es dans le centre historique.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"11949\" data-end=\"11966\"><strong data-start=\"11949\" data-end=\"11966\">\u00c0 faire<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"11973\" data-end=\"12375\"><strong data-start=\"11973\" data-end=\"11994\">\u00cele de San Giulio :<\/strong> prenez un ferry pour une courte travers\u00e9e (5 minutes) jusqu\u2019\u00e0 <strong data-start=\"12029\" data-end=\"12050\">l\u2019\u00eele de San Giulio<\/strong>, qui s\u2019\u00e9l\u00e8ve au milieu du lac. L\u2019\u00eele abrite une ancienne basilique et un couvent encore en activit\u00e9. Parcourez le sentier du \u00ab Chemin du Silence \u00bb qui fait le tour de l\u2019\u00eele, bord\u00e9 de vieux remparts et de plaques portant des citations invitant \u00e0 la contemplation silencieuse. C\u2019est un havre de paix o\u00f9 le bruit le plus fort est souvent simplement le clapotis de l\u2019eau.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"12382\" data-end=\"12835\"><strong data-start=\"12382\" data-end=\"12406\">Sacro Monte di Orta :<\/strong> Montez \u00e0 pied ou en voiture jusqu\u2019\u00e0 la colline surplombant la ville pour visiter ce <em data-start=\"12475\" data-end=\"12492\">\u00ab Mont sacr\u00e9<\/em> \u00bb class\u00e9 au patrimoine mondial de l\u2019UNESCO. Il s\u2019agit d\u2019un ensemble de 20 chapelles construites au XVIIe si\u00e8cle, chacune abritant des statues et des fresques illustrant la vie de saint Fran\u00e7ois. Au-del\u00e0 de l\u2019art sacr\u00e9, le sommet de la colline offre <strong data-start=\"12679\" data-end=\"12705\">des panoramas \u00e0 couper le souffle<\/strong> sur le lac d\u2019Orta et le village en contrebas \u2013 l\u2019ascension en vaut vraiment la peine. Pr\u00e9parez un pique-nique ; le site regorge de bancs ombrag\u00e9s avec vue.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"12842\" data-end=\"13192\"><strong data-start=\"12842\" data-end=\"12859\">Piazza Motta :<\/strong> De retour dans le centre d\u2019Orta, d\u00e9tendez-vous sur la charmante place principale au bord du lac. Sirotez un espresso ou <strong data-start=\"12949\" data-end=\"12969\">un spritz en ap\u00e9ritif<\/strong> dans un caf\u00e9 sous les arcades du Palazzotto (mairie) du XVIe si\u00e8cle. Le mercredi, la place accueille un march\u00e9 en plein air tr\u00e8s anim\u00e9 : l\u2019occasion id\u00e9ale de d\u00e9nicher des fromages locaux, du miel et des produits artisanaux provenant des vall\u00e9es environnantes.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"13197\" data-end=\"13674\"><strong data-start=\"13197\" data-end=\"13212\">Conseil pour les petits budgets<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"13197\" data-end=\"13674\">Les plaisirs d\u2019Orta San Giulio sont simples (et bon march\u00e9 !) : profitez d\u2019activit\u00e9s gratuites comme la baignade dans les eaux claires du lac ou la randonn\u00e9e sur les sentiers panoramiques qui en font le tour. Plut\u00f4t que d\u2019opter pour des croisi\u00e8res sur le lac au prix \u00e9lev\u00e9, empruntez les ferries peu co\u00fbteux que les habitants utilisent pour faire la navette entre Orta, l\u2019\u00eele et les villages c\u00f4tiers. Vous pouvez \u00e9galement faire des \u00e9conomies en s\u00e9journant juste \u00e0 l&#8217;ext\u00e9rieur du village et en vous y rendant \u00e0 pied ; plusieurs chambres d&#8217;h\u00f4tes et petites <strong data-start=\"13587\" data-end=\"13608\">auberges<\/strong> de la r\u00e9gion proposent des tarifs plus avantageux que les \u00e9tablissements situ\u00e9s directement au bord de l&#8217;eau.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"13676\" data-end=\"14452\"><strong data-start=\"13676\" data-end=\"13741\">O\u00f9 s\u00e9journer \u00e0 proximit\u00e9 \u2013 Piccolo Hotel Olina (Orta San Giulio)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/p\/23977\/piccolo-hotel-olina\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>R\u00e9server le Piccolo Hotel Olina<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"13676\" data-end=\"14452\">Pour passer la nuit \u00e0 Orta, cette <strong data-start=\"13774\" data-end=\"13797\">auberge abordable<\/strong> est un choix de premier ordre. Le Piccolo Hotel Olina est une maison d\u2019h\u00f4tes confortable situ\u00e9e <strong data-start=\"13869\" data-end=\"13914\">dans le centre historique d\u2019Orta San Giulio<\/strong>, \u00e0 quelques pas des rives du lac. Il occupe un b\u00e2timent m\u00e9di\u00e9val restaur\u00e9 avec soin, vous offrant une ambiance locale authentique. Les chambres sont simples mais chaleureuses, et le <strong data-start=\"14106\" data-end=\"14124\">petit-d\u00e9jeuner<\/strong> est inclus <strong data-start=\"14106\" data-end=\"14124\">gratuitement<\/strong> \u2013 id\u00e9al pour faire le plein d\u2019\u00e9nergie avant une journ\u00e9e de d\u00e9couverte. En s\u00e9journant ici, vous profiterez du calme du village t\u00f4t le matin et en soir\u00e9e, lorsque les touristes d\u2019un jour sont partis et qu\u2019Orta est \u00e0 son apog\u00e9e de magie.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"14454\" data-end=\"15025\">Orta San Giulio est peut-\u00eatre petit, mais il laisse une forte impression. Que vous fl\u00e2niez dans les <strong data-start=\"14545\" data-end=\"14591\">ruelles pav\u00e9es orn\u00e9es de g\u00e9raniums<\/strong>, que vous \u00e9coutiez les cloches de l\u2019\u00e9glise r\u00e9sonner au-dessus de l\u2019eau ou que vous regardiez la brume envahir le lac \u00e0 l\u2019aube, il est difficile de ne pas tomber amoureux de cet endroit. Pas \u00e9tonnant qu\u2019il figure parmi <em data-start=\"14757\" data-end=\"14788\">\u00ab i borghi pi\u00f9 belli d\u2019Italia \u00bb<\/em> \u2013 les plus beaux villages d\u2019Italie. Si vous aspirez \u00e0 un rythme plus lent et \u00e0 l\u2019inspiration au bord du lac, ajoutez Orta \u00e0 votre liste : c\u2019est un tr\u00e9sor italien cach\u00e9 qui vous donnera presque l\u2019impression d\u2019avoir fait une d\u00e9couverte secr\u00e8te.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"15027\" data-end=\"15086\">Otrante, dans les Pouilles \u2013 Une escapade \u00e0 l\u2019extr\u00eame est au bord d\u2019une mer turquoise<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1273719\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1273719\" style=\"width: 2559px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1273719\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/massimo-virgilio-byfh3kHn12Y-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"hidden gems in italy\" width=\"2559\" height=\"1706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/massimo-virgilio-byfh3kHn12Y-unsplash-scaled.jpg 2559w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/massimo-virgilio-byfh3kHn12Y-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/massimo-virgilio-byfh3kHn12Y-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/massimo-virgilio-byfh3kHn12Y-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/massimo-virgilio-byfh3kHn12Y-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/massimo-virgilio-byfh3kHn12Y-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2559px) 100vw, 2559px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1273719\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo de <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@massimovirgilio?utm_source=unsplash&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_content=creditCopyText\" class=\"post links\">Massimo Virgilio<\/a> sur <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/brown-rock-formation-on-blue-sea-during-daytime-byfh3kHn12Y?utm_source=unsplash&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_content=creditCopyText\" class=\"post links\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-start=\"15088\" data-end=\"16032\">Des remparts blanchis par le soleil, les eaux turquoise de l\u2019Adriatique et un m\u00e9lange de cultures caract\u00e9risent <strong data-start=\"15167\" data-end=\"15178\">Otrante<\/strong>, un joyau de la p\u00e9ninsule <strong data-start=\"15193\" data-end=\"15204\">du Salento<\/strong>, au talon de l\u2019Italie. Otrante est officiellement la ville la plus \u00e0 l\u2019est de l\u2019Italie \u2013 celle o\u00f9 se l\u00e8ve le premier soleil du pays. Au fil des si\u00e8cles, cette ville c\u00f4ti\u00e8re a vu d\u00e9filer des envahisseurs grecs, romains et turcs. Aujourd\u2019hui, sa vieille ville aux maisons blanchies \u00e0 la chaux et son front de mer d\u00e9gagent un m\u00e9lange unique d\u2019histoire et de charme baln\u00e9aire d\u00e9contract\u00e9. Promenez-vous le long des remparts et vous contemplerez le <strong data-start=\"15612\" data-end=\"15643\">canal d\u2019Otrante d\u2019un bleu \u00e9clatant<\/strong>, avec l\u2019Albanie que l\u2019on aper\u00e7oit \u00e0 peine par temps clair, de l\u2019autre c\u00f4t\u00e9 de la mer. Malgr\u00e9 son importance historique (la cath\u00e9drale m\u00e9di\u00e9vale d\u2019Otrante abrite de captivantes mosa\u00efques et un sanctuaire aust\u00e8re d\u00e9di\u00e9 aux martyrs), la ville reste agr\u00e9ablement discr\u00e8te et <em data-start=\"15862\" data-end=\"15911\">bien moins fr\u00e9quent\u00e9e que les hauts lieux touristiques du nord<\/em>. Avec son ch\u00e2teau, <strong data-start=\"15930\" data-end=\"15950\">ses eaux turquoise<\/strong> et sa d\u00e9licieuse cuisine \u00e0 base de fruits de mer, Otrante incarne le meilleur du charme des Pouilles.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"16038\" data-end=\"16349\"><strong data-start=\"16038\" data-end=\"16051\">Situation g\u00e9ographique<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"16038\" data-end=\"16349\">R\u00e9gion des Pouilles (Puglia), dans l\u2019extr\u00eame sud. Otrante se trouve sur la c\u00f4te adriatique, \u00e0 la pointe du \u00ab talon \u00bb de l\u2019Italie. Elle est situ\u00e9e \u00e0 environ 50 km au sud-est de Lecce. Capo d\u2019Otrante, juste \u00e0 la sortie de la ville, est <strong data-start=\"16235\" data-end=\"16266\">le point le plus \u00e0 l\u2019est de l\u2019Italie<\/strong> (marqu\u00e9 par un phare \u00e0 Punta Palasc\u00eca).<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"16354\" data-end=\"16809\"><strong data-start=\"16354\" data-end=\"16375\">Comment s&#8217;y rendre<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"16354\" data-end=\"16809\">La ville la plus proche est <strong data-start=\"16396\" data-end=\"16405\">Lecce<\/strong>. Depuis la gare de Lecce, vous pouvez prendre un train local pour Otrante (environ 1 h 30) ou un bus r\u00e9gional plus rapide (environ 1 heure), car Otrante se trouve sur une ligne ferroviaire secondaire. En voiture, le trajet dure environ 40 minutes depuis Lecce. En \u00e9t\u00e9, <strong data-start=\"16649\" data-end=\"16666\">des navettes<\/strong> pratiques relient Otrante aux autres stations baln\u00e9aires du Salento. Une fois \u00e0 Otrante, la ville se parcourt facilement \u00e0 pied : il ne faut que 10 minutes pour aller du ch\u00e2teau \u00e0 la plage.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"16354\" data-end=\"16809\"><strong data-start=\"16814\" data-end=\"16831\">\u00c0 faire<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"16838\" data-end=\"17473\"><strong data-start=\"16838\" data-end=\"16868\">Le ch\u00e2teau d\u2019Otrante et la vieille ville :<\/strong> p\u00e9n\u00e9trez dans <strong data-start=\"16879\" data-end=\"16899\">le ch\u00e2teau aragonais<\/strong> qui garde le port \u2013 ses \u00e9pais murs de pierre et ses douves ont autrefois repouss\u00e9 les forces ottomanes. Aujourd\u2019hui, vous pouvez vous promener sur les remparts pour admirer la vue sur le port et d\u00e9couvrir les expositions \u00e0 l\u2019int\u00e9rieur (le ch\u00e2teau accueille souvent des expositions d\u2019art ou d\u2019histoire). Fl\u00e2nez dans le d\u00e9dale de ruelles <strong data-start=\"17132\" data-end=\"17146\">de la vieille ville<\/strong>, bord\u00e9es de b\u00e2timents en pierre blanche et de boutiques d\u2019artisans locaux. Vous y trouverez de tout, de la poterie artisanale aux \u00e9tals vendant <strong data-start=\"17284\" data-end=\"17295\">des taralli<\/strong> et de l\u2019huile d\u2019olive. N\u2019oubliez pas de jeter un \u0153il \u00e0 la cath\u00e9drale d\u2019Otrante, datant du XIe si\u00e8cle : tout son sol est recouvert d\u2019une gigantesque mosa\u00efque m\u00e9di\u00e9vale repr\u00e9sentant l\u2019Arbre de Vie et des r\u00e9cits mythiques.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"17480\" data-end=\"18006\"><strong data-start=\"17480\" data-end=\"17500\">Baia dei Turchi :<\/strong> Juste au nord de la ville se trouve la \u00ab Baie des Turcs \u00bb, une magnifique crique o\u00f9, selon la l\u00e9gende, les Turcs ottomans auraient d\u00e9barqu\u00e9 en 1480. C\u2019est une <strong data-start=\"17636\" data-end=\"17656\">plage de sable blanc<\/strong> encadr\u00e9e par des for\u00eats de pins et des falaises. L\u2019eau y est d\u2019une incroyable teinte bleu-vert, rivalisant avec n\u2019importe quel paradis tropical. Il vous faudra vous y rendre en voiture ou en navette (\u00e0 environ 8 km d\u2019Otrante), mais cela en vaut la peine : l\u2019atmosph\u00e8re y est pr\u00e9serv\u00e9e et l\u2019eau cristalline, id\u00e9ale pour la baignade.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"18013\" data-end=\"18422\"><strong data-start=\"18013\" data-end=\"18038\">Promenade en bord de mer :<\/strong> le soir venu, rejoignez les habitants pour une <strong data-start=\"18074\" data-end=\"18089\">passeggiata<\/strong> le long de la promenade en bord de mer d\u2019Otrante. Alors que le soleil se couche sur l\u2019Adriatique, le ciel se teinte de rose et les remparts historiques brillent d\u2019un \u00e9clat dor\u00e9. Faites une pause pour d\u00e9guster une glace ou un <strong data-start=\"18239\" data-end=\"18256\">\u00ab caff\u00e8 leccese<\/strong> \u00bb (expresso sur glace avec du lait d\u2019amande) \u00e0 la terrasse d\u2019un caf\u00e9. L\u2019ambiance est anim\u00e9e sans \u00eatre bond\u00e9e : c\u2019est le moment id\u00e9al pour s\u2019impr\u00e9gner de l\u2019esprit d\u00e9contract\u00e9 de la c\u00f4te d\u2019Otrante.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"18013\" data-end=\"18422\"><strong data-start=\"18427\" data-end=\"18442\">Astuce pour les petits budgets<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"18013\" data-end=\"18422\">Otrante et la r\u00e9gion voisine du Salento sont agr\u00e9ablement abordables. La plupart des meilleures activit\u00e9s (se baigner, fl\u00e2ner dans la vieille ville, visiter les \u00e9glises) sont gratuites. Pour manger \u00e0 petit prix, optez pour <em data-start=\"18638\" data-end=\"18645\">les pucce<\/em> \u2013 ces sandwichs farcis typiques des Pouilles \u2013 ou les beignets de fruits de mer frais vendus dans les chariots de rue. Voyager en transports en commun vous permettra de faire des \u00e9conomies : les trains locaux <strong data-start=\"18789\" data-end=\"18800\">\u00ab Sud Est<\/strong> \u00bb et les bus reliant Lecce \u00e0 Otrante ne co\u00fbtent que quelques euros et vous permettent de visiter la r\u00e9gion sans louer de voiture. Si vous vous installez \u00e0 Lecce (une ville plus grande proposant davantage d\u2019auberges de jeunesse) et que vous faites une excursion d\u2019une journ\u00e9e \u00e0 Otrante, vous pourrez r\u00e9duire vos frais d\u2019h\u00e9bergement tout en profitant de la plage pendant la journ\u00e9e.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"19096\" data-end=\"20221\"><strong data-start=\"19096\" data-end=\"19150\">O\u00f9 se loger \u00e0 proximit\u00e9 \u2013 Urban Oasis Hostel (Lecce)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/p\/278541\/urban-oasis-hostel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1273720 post links\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-italy.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-italy.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-italy-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-italy-768x576.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/p\/278541\/urban-oasis-hostel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1273721 post links\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-italy-2.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-italy-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-italy-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-italy-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/hostel-italy-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/p\/278541\/urban-oasis-hostel\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>R\u00e9server l&#039;Urban Oasis Hostel<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"19096\" data-end=\"20221\">Lecce, la \u00ab Florence du Sud \u00bb baroque, est le point de d\u00e9part id\u00e9al pour explorer les tr\u00e9sors cach\u00e9s des Pouilles, comme Otrante. L&#8217;Urban Oasis Hostel est la premi\u00e8re v\u00e9ritable auberge de jeunesse de la r\u00e9gion et l&#8217;une des pr\u00e9f\u00e9r\u00e9es des voyageurs. Install\u00e9e dans un charmant <strong data-start=\"19408\" data-end=\"19434\">b\u00e2timent de style Liberty<\/strong> dans le centre-ville de Lecce, elle se trouve \u00e0 seulement 500 m de la gare et des principaux sites touristiques. L\u2019auberge porte bien son nom avec sa cour-jardin de 400 m\u00b2 remplie d\u2019arbres fruitiers et de hamacs \u2013 une v\u00e9ritable oasis en pleine ville ! \u00c0 l\u2019int\u00e9rieur, on trouve une cuisine enti\u00e8rement \u00e9quip\u00e9e, un salon de d\u00e9tente et des propri\u00e9taires super sympas qui adorent partager leurs bons plans locaux. Des bus \u00e0 destination d\u2019Otrante et d\u2019autres plages partent \u00e0 proximit\u00e9, ce qui en fait un point de d\u00e9part id\u00e9al pour partir \u00e0 l\u2019aventure dans le Salento. L\u2019ambiance conviviale qui y r\u00e8gne vous permettra peut-\u00eatre m\u00eame de trouver des compagnons de route pour faire le tour des plages. En bref, c\u2019est un \u00e9tablissement propre, d\u00e9contract\u00e9 et id\u00e9alement situ\u00e9 pour explorer les Pouilles \u00e0 petit prix.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"20223\" data-end=\"20729\">Otrante se trouve peut-\u00eatre \u00e0 l\u2019extr\u00eame est de l\u2019Italie, mais elle incarne \u00e0 merveille tout ce qui fait la particularit\u00e9 des Pouilles : <strong data-start=\"20321\" data-end=\"20385\">une histoire riche, un m\u00e9lange de cultures et la beaut\u00e9 intacte du littoral<\/strong>. Lorsque vous vous tenez sur les remparts de la ville, face \u00e0 l\u2019Adriatique qui s\u2019\u00e9tend \u00e0 perte de vue, vous avez vraiment l\u2019impression d\u2019\u00eatre aux confins de l\u2019Italie \u2013 l\u00e0 o\u00f9 chaque lever de soleil sur la mer annonce une nouvelle aventure. Si vous recherchez un m\u00e9lange de <strong data-start=\"20644\" data-end=\"20670\">culture et de moments \u00e0 la plage<\/strong>, loin de la foule habituelle, Otrante n\u2019attend que vous.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"20731\" data-end=\"20794\">Tropea, Calabre \u2013 Des plages au sommet des falaises sur la \u00ab C\u00f4te des Dieux \u00bb<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1273722\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1273722\" style=\"width: 1706px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/europe\/italy\/tropea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1273722 post links\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/eugenio-camporato-6SCONXddv98-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"tropea italy\" width=\"1706\" height=\"2559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/eugenio-camporato-6SCONXddv98-unsplash-scaled.jpg 1706w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/eugenio-camporato-6SCONXddv98-unsplash-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/eugenio-camporato-6SCONXddv98-unsplash-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/eugenio-camporato-6SCONXddv98-unsplash-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/eugenio-camporato-6SCONXddv98-unsplash-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/eugenio-camporato-6SCONXddv98-unsplash-1365x2048.jpg 1365w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1706px) 100vw, 1706px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1273722\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@eugenioc11?utm_source=unsplash&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_content=creditCopyText\" class=\"post links\">d\u2019Eugenio Camporato<\/a> sur <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/brown-concrete-building-on-cliff-by-the-sea-under-blue-sky-during-daytime-6SCONXddv98?utm_source=unsplash&#038;utm_medium=referral&#038;utm_content=creditCopyText\" class=\"post links\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-start=\"20796\" data-end=\"21820\"><p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/europe\/italy\/tropea\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>R\u00e9server des auberges \u00e0 Tropea<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"20796\" data-end=\"21820\">Perch\u00e9e de mani\u00e8re spectaculaire sur une falaise surplombant la mer Tyrrh\u00e9nienne, <strong data-start=\"20854\" data-end=\"20864\">Tropea<\/strong> est une station baln\u00e9aire ensoleill\u00e9e de Calabre qui inspire une v\u00e9ritable admiration. Souvent surnomm\u00e9e la <strong data-start=\"20949\" data-end=\"20973\">\u00ab Perle de la Calabre \u00bb,<\/strong> Tropea poss\u00e8de des plages de sable blanc \u00e9blouissant et une eau si bleue qu\u2019elle rivalise avec celle des Maldives. Pourtant, \u00e9tonnamment, ce joyau est rest\u00e9 pendant des ann\u00e9es m\u00e9connu de la plupart des touristes internationaux, connu principalement des Italiens et des voyageurs aventureux. L\u2019image de carte postale de Tropea, c\u2019est son <strong data-start=\"21268\" data-end=\"21294\">centre historique (centro storico)<\/strong>perch\u00e9 sur les falaises, avec une plage de sable dor\u00e9 et le monast\u00e8re de Santa Maria dell\u2019Isola sur un rocher en mer en contrebas. Le jour, vous pouvez vous pr\u00e9lasser sur les plages ou faire de la plong\u00e9e libre dans des criques aux eaux cristallines ; la nuit, fl\u00e2nez dans les ruelles anim\u00e9es de la vieille ville o\u00f9 les restaurants servent les oignons rouges les plus sucr\u00e9s (une sp\u00e9cialit\u00e9 locale) et <strong data-start=\"21592\" data-end=\"21614\">la \u00ab \u2018nduja \u00bb<\/strong>, une p\u00e2te \u00e0 tartiner \u00e9pic\u00e9e <strong data-start=\"21592\" data-end=\"21614\">traditionnelle<\/strong>. C\u2019est le c\u0153ur de <strong data-start=\"21661\" data-end=\"21702\">la \u00ab C\u00f4te des Dieux \u00bb (Costa degli Dei)<\/strong> de Calabre \u2013 et lorsque vous admirerez un coucher de soleil \u00e0 Tropea, vous comprendrez pourquoi elle porte ce nom.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"21826\" data-end=\"22188\"><strong data-start=\"21826\" data-end=\"21839\">Situation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"21826\" data-end=\"22188\">R\u00e9gion de Calabre, dans le sud de l\u2019Italie. Tropea se trouve sur la c\u00f4te de la mer Tyrrh\u00e9nienne, \u00e0 peu pr\u00e8s \u00e0 mi-chemin de la \u00ab pointe \u00bb de la botte italienne. Elle est situ\u00e9e \u00e0 environ 70 km \u00e0 l\u2019ouest de Lamezia Terme (la gare et l\u2019a\u00e9roport principaux les plus proches). La ville est perch\u00e9e au sommet de falaises qui plongent dans la mer, offrant une vue panoramique sur les <strong data-start=\"22124\" data-end=\"22143\">\u00eeles \u00c9oliennes<\/strong> (y compris le volcan Stromboli par temps clair).<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"22193\" data-end=\"22685\"><strong data-start=\"22193\" data-end=\"22214\">Comment s&#8217;y rendre<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"22193\" data-end=\"22685\">Tropea est accessible en train via la ligne r\u00e9gionale qui longe la c\u00f4te ouest de la Calabre. Depuis la gare <strong data-start=\"22310\" data-end=\"22336\">de Lamezia Terme Centrale<\/strong>, le trajet en train dure environ 1 heure et 40 minutes (le train serpente lentement mais offre un panorama magnifique le long de la c\u00f4te). En voiture, il faut compter une heure et demie de route depuis l&#8217;a\u00e9roport de Lamezia. Une fois \u00e0 Tropea, vous pouvez vous d\u00e9placer \u00e0 pied partout dans la ville. Pour rejoindre certaines plages ou certains points de vue situ\u00e9s en p\u00e9riph\u00e9rie, il suffit de prendre un bus local ou de marcher un peu \u2013 la plage principale se trouve juste en contrebas du centre-ville.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"22690\" data-end=\"22707\"><strong data-start=\"22690\" data-end=\"22707\">\u00c0 faire<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"22714\" data-end=\"23340\"><strong data-start=\"22714\" data-end=\"22730\">Le bonheur \u00e0 la plage :<\/strong> passez une journ\u00e9e \u00e0 <strong data-start=\"22746\" data-end=\"22772\">la Spiaggia della Rotonda<\/strong>, la principale plage de Tropea, nich\u00e9e au pied de la falaise. Le sable y est d\u2019un blanc poudreux et l\u2019eau est <strong data-start=\"22872\" data-end=\"22903\">turquoise et cristalline<\/strong>. Vous pouvez louer des parasols ou simplement \u00e9tendre votre serviette. Pour un endroit plus calme, marchez un peu plus loin jusqu\u2019\u00e0 <strong data-start=\"23038\" data-end=\"23063\">la Spiaggia del Convento<\/strong> ou <strong data-start=\"23067\" data-end=\"23086\">la plage de Michelino<\/strong> (dans le village voisin de Parghelia) : toutes deux offrent cette m\u00eame mer d\u2019un bleu des Cara\u00efbes, mais avec moins de monde. Les amateurs de plong\u00e9e avec tuba adoreront les petites grottes et les r\u00e9cifs grouillant de poissons (on peut m\u00eame louer du mat\u00e9riel de plong\u00e9e pour quelques euros).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"23347\" data-end=\"23728\"><strong data-start=\"23347\" data-end=\"23374\">Santa Maria dell\u2019Isola :<\/strong> visitez l\u2019\u00e9glise-monast\u00e8re embl\u00e9matique de Tropea, perch\u00e9e au sommet d\u2019un rocher escarp\u00e9 s\u00e9par\u00e9 de la ville par une bande de plage. Grimpez les marches menant \u00e0 cet <strong data-start=\"23509\" data-end=\"23542\">ancien sanctuaire b\u00e9n\u00e9dictin<\/strong> et admirez la vue \u00e0 360\u00b0 sur les maisons \u00e0 flanc de falaise de Tropea et la mer \u00e0 perte de vue. L\u2019\u00e9glise est sobre, mais les jardins et les panoramas sont spectaculaires : c\u2019est le point de vue id\u00e9al pour prendre des photos.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"23735\" data-end=\"24387\"><strong data-start=\"23735\" data-end=\"23755\">La vieille ville de Tropea :<\/strong> Le soir, explorez le <strong data-start=\"23784\" data-end=\"23802\">Centro Storico<\/strong> perch\u00e9 sur la falaise. Fl\u00e2nez sur le Corso Vittorio Emanuele (la rue principale) jusqu\u2019au balcon panoramique situ\u00e9 \u00e0 son extr\u00e9mit\u00e9 \u2013 un lieu tr\u00e8s pris\u00e9 o\u00f9 tout le monde se rassemble au cr\u00e9puscule pour admirer le coucher de soleil sur la mer. Empruntez les ruelles pour d\u00e9couvrir des boutiques d\u2019artisans et des glaciers. Tropea est c\u00e9l\u00e8bre pour ses <strong data-start=\"24083\" data-end=\"24097\">oignons rouges<\/strong>; ne manquez donc pas de go\u00fbter des plats \u00e0 base d\u2019oignons rouges, comme la confiture d\u2019oignons doux ou la glace \u00e0 l\u2019oignon (oui, \u00e7a existe !). D\u00eenez dans une trattoria familiale : parmi les sp\u00e9cialit\u00e9s calabraises, ne manquez pas les p\u00e2tes \u00e0 l\u2019espadon et <em data-start=\"24296\" data-end=\"24304\">la \u00ab \u2018nduja \u00bb<\/em>, une saucisse \u00e9pic\u00e9e \u00e0 tartiner sur du pain. L\u2019ambiance y est conviviale et typiquement du sud de l\u2019Italie.<\/p>\n<h3><strong data-start=\"24392\" data-end=\"24407\">Astuce budget<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Tropea offre des vues \u00e0 couper le souffle pour un budget de routard. Les plages publiques sont gratuites, et vous pouvez acheter de quoi pique-niquer (des fruits locaux juteux, du fromage, du salami et du pain frais) au march\u00e9 de la ville pour un d\u00e9jeuner en bord de mer pour seulement quelques euros. \u00c9vitez le mois d\u2019ao\u00fbt, p\u00e9riode de haute saison en Italie, o\u00f9 les prix (et la foule) atteignent leur pic : en juin ou en septembre, vous b\u00e9n\u00e9ficierez de tarifs d\u2019h\u00e9bergement plus bas et d\u2019une plage bien d\u00e9gag\u00e9e. Si vous venez en train, sachez que la gare de Tropea se trouve en haut de la ville : vous pouvez rejoindre votre h\u00e9bergement \u00e0 pied, sans avoir besoin de prendre un taxi co\u00fbteux. Et pour vous d\u00e9placer, le train est un moyen abordable d\u2019explorer d\u2019autres villages c\u00f4tiers si vous restez un certain temps.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"25050\" data-end=\"26241\"><strong data-start=\"25050\" data-end=\"25093\">O\u00f9 s\u00e9journer \u2013 Pangea Tropea (Tropea)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1273724\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tropea-hostel.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"679\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tropea-hostel.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tropea-hostel-300x199.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tropea-hostel-768x509.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1273723\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tropea-hostel-2.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tropea-hostel-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tropea-hostel-2-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/tropea-hostel-2-768x576.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"cta_buttons\"\n\t\t\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/p\/295030\/pangea-tropea\/\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"button orange\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"text-color: #FFF; font-size: 16px; text-decoration: none;\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>R\u00e9server l&#039;auberge Pangea Tropea<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"25050\" data-end=\"26241\">Tropea accueille d\u00e9sormais avec plaisir les voyageurs \u00e0 petit budget, et <strong data-start=\"25142\" data-end=\"25166\">l\u2019auberge Pangea Tropea<\/strong> est un choix incontournable. Elle se trouve \u00e0 quelques pas du centre historique et de la plage, id\u00e9alement situ\u00e9e entre les deux. Cette auberge est appr\u00e9ci\u00e9e pour son ambiance conviviale : elle dispose d\u2019un salon avec terrasse \u00e0 l\u2019avant o\u00f9 les voyageurs se retrouvent pour discuter ou profiter du soleil calabrais. Chaque dortoir dispose ici de sa <strong data-start=\"25545\" data-end=\"25561\">propre salle de bains<\/strong> (un vrai plus !) et de rideaux d\u2019intimit\u00e9 sur les lits superpos\u00e9s robustes pour passer une bonne nuit de sommeil. L\u2019auberge dispose m\u00eame d\u2019une cuisine commune avec des si\u00e8ges de style bar, ce qui vous permet de cuisiner et de faire connaissance avec les autres voyageurs autour d\u2019un d\u00eener. Le propri\u00e9taire organise souvent des activit\u00e9s suppl\u00e9mentaires sympas, comme la location de mat\u00e9riel de plong\u00e9e avec tuba pour explorer les r\u00e9cifs de Tropea. Avec le Wi-Fi et le parking gratuits, Pangea Tropea vous permet de vous d\u00e9tendre et de profiter pleinement de la dolce vita. On a moins l\u2019impression d\u2019\u00eatre dans une auberge de jeunesse que dans une petite maison de plage partag\u00e9e avec de nouveaux amis.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"26243\" data-end=\"26839\">Tropea incarne tout le charme <strong data-start=\"26285\" data-end=\"26300\">des joyaux cach\u00e9s<\/strong> de l\u2019Italie : un cadre \u00e9poustouflant, une culture locale authentique et ce sentiment grisant de d\u00e9couverte. Pas \u00e9tonnant que ceux qui s\u2019y rendent la qualifient souvent de \u00ab <em data-start=\"26432\" data-end=\"26458\">secret le mieux gard\u00e9 d\u2019Italie<\/em> \u00bb. Que ce soit dans les ruelles bord\u00e9es de balcons ou sur le rivage scintillant, Tropea reste <strong data-start=\"26536\" data-end=\"26583\">\u00ab l\u2019incarnation m\u00eame de la paix et du charme authentique \u00bb,<\/strong> un lieu qui s\u00e9duit les c\u0153urs \u00e0 chaque coucher de soleil. Si vous r\u00eavez d\u2019une station baln\u00e9aire italienne \u00e9pargn\u00e9e par le tourisme de masse, Tropea vous attend \u2013 et pourrait bien \u00eatre le point d\u2019orgue de votre voyage sur les chemins moins fr\u00e9quent\u00e9s.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"26841\" data-end=\"26892\">Pr\u00eat \u00e0 d\u00e9couvrir vos propres tr\u00e9sors cach\u00e9s en Italie ?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"26894\" data-end=\"27656\">Du nord au sud, l\u2019Italie regorge de merveilles m\u00e9connues \u2013 et vous en avez d\u00e9sormais un petit aper\u00e7u. D\u00e9couvrir ces lieux vous offrira une aventure plus personnelle et authentique (et vous permettra de vous vanter d\u2019avoir d\u00e9nich\u00e9 <strong data-start=\"27122\" data-end=\"27141\">les secrets de l\u2019Italie<\/strong> qui ne figurent pas dans les guides touristiques !). Le plus beau, c\u2019est que voyager hors des sentiers battus en Italie est tout \u00e0 fait faisable : les trains et bus locaux desservent la plupart des villes, et vous trouverez des h\u00e9bergements accueillants m\u00eame dans les petits villages (oui, vous pouvez facilement r\u00e9server une auberge de jeunesse ou un h\u00f4tel \u00e9conomique dans la plupart de ces endroits via <a href=\"http:\/\/hostelworld.com\/hostels\/europe\/italy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><strong data-start=\"27431\" data-end=\"27446\">Hostelworld<\/strong><\/a> ou des sites similaires). De plus, les Italiens sont sympathiques et fiers de partager leur culture locale : vous pourriez bien vous retrouver invit\u00e9 \u00e0 une f\u00eate de village ou d\u00e9guster des parfums de glaces artisanales que vous n\u2019auriez jamais imagin\u00e9s.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"27658\" data-end=\"28179\">Avant de faire vos valises, voici quelques derniers conseils. <strong data-start=\"27703\" data-end=\"27734\">Apprenez quelques phrases en italien<\/strong>: dans les r\u00e9gions plus tranquilles, tout le monde ne parle pas anglais, mais un simple <em data-start=\"27797\" data-end=\"27809\">\u00ab buongiorno \u00bb<\/em> et <em data-start=\"27814\" data-end=\"27822\">\u00ab grazie \u00bb<\/em> suffisent largement \u00e0 briser la glace. Adoptez un rythme plus lent : dans bon nombre de ces endroits, l\u2019apr\u00e8s-midi est encore souvent consacr\u00e9 \u00e0 <strong data-start=\"27933\" data-end=\"27943\">la sieste<\/strong> (les magasins ferment pour que tout le monde puisse se d\u00e9tendre), et les transports en commun peuvent avoir des horaires r\u00e9duits \u2013 mais tout cela fait partie du charme. En vous organisant un peu et en restant flexible, vous d\u00e9couvrirez que se rendre dans ces coins cach\u00e9s repr\u00e9sente la moiti\u00e9 du plaisir.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"28181\" data-end=\"28893\">Enfin, gardez l\u2019esprit ouvert et laissez-vous guider par votre curiosit\u00e9. Peut-\u00eatre tomberez-vous par hasard sur votre propre perle rare \u2013 un minuscule hameau ou une crique isol\u00e9e \u2013 qui ne figure dans aucun article. L\u2019Italie a le don de vous surprendre quand on s\u2019y attend le moins. Alors n\u2019h\u00e9sitez pas : empruntez <strong data-start=\"28428\" data-end=\"28454\">les chemins de traverse<\/strong>. Que vous contempliez un lac alpin silencieux dans le Pi\u00e9mont ou que vous partagiez un moment de rire avec les habitants d\u2019un march\u00e9 nocturne calabrais, vous cr\u00e9erez des souvenirs de voyage qui n\u2019appartiennent qu\u2019\u00e0 vous. Et si vous cherchez un h\u00e9bergement ou souhaitez rencontrer d\u2019autres voyageurs en chemin, n\u2019oubliez pas de <a href=\"http:\/\/hostelworld.com\/hostels\/europe\/italy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><strong data-start=\"28725\" data-end=\"28763\">consulter Hostelworld pour d\u00e9couvrir des auberges sympas<\/strong><\/a> aux quatre coins de l\u2019Italie : c\u2019est comme avoir un ami qui a rep\u00e9r\u00e9 tous les bons plans pour vous. Buon viaggio et bonne exploration !<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">T\u00e9l\u00e9chargez l&#8217;application Hostelworld pour commencer \u00e0 r\u00e9server d\u00e8s maintenant<\/h3>\n<h4><a class=\"post links post links\" href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/hostelworld-hostels-hotels\/id348890820?mt=8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-51103 aligncenter post links\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/App-IOS-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"203\" height=\"60\" \/><\/a><\/h4>\n<p><a class=\"post links post links\" href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.hostelworld.app&#038;referrer=mat_click_id=a7e362b8d8149e63507f7d1f7184f176-20171011-8816\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-51106 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/App-google-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"203\" height=\"60\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<style>#sp-ea-1273672 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}.sp-easy-accordion-enabled .eap_section_title_1273672, body .eap_section_title_1273672 { color: #444; margin-bottom:  30px; }#sp-ea-1273672.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-1273672.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-1273672.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-1273672.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-1273672.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><h2 class=\"eap_section_title eap_section_title_1273672\">FAQ: Hidden Gems in Italy<\/h2><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1769168860\"><div id=\"sp-ea-1273672\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12736720\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12736720\" aria-controls=\"collapse12736720\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> What are some of the best hidden gems in Italy?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse12736720\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12736720\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Italy has countless hidden gems beyond the famous cities. A few highlights include <strong data-start=\"29073\" data-end=\"29095\">Mantua in Lombardy<\/strong> (a Renaissance city often overlooked by tourists), <strong data-start=\"29186\" data-end=\"29208\">Camogli in Liguria<\/strong> (a charming fishing village near Portofino), <strong data-start=\"29293\" data-end=\"29324\">Orta San Giulio in Piedmont<\/strong> (a fairytale lakeside town), <strong data-start=\"29393\" data-end=\"29414\">Otranto in Puglia<\/strong> (easternmost town with historic walls and blue seas), and <strong data-start=\"29473\" data-end=\"29495\">Tropea in Calabria<\/strong> (stunning clifftop beaches). These spots offer authentic Italian culture, history, and scenery without the big crowds.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12736721\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12736721\" aria-controls=\"collapse12736721\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Which Italian city is called the \u201cSleeping Beauty\u201d and why?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12736721\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12736721\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>The city of <strong data-start=\"29743\" data-end=\"29763\">Mantua (Mantova)<\/strong> is nicknamed <em data-start=\"29777\" data-end=\"29800\">La Bella Addormentata<\/em>, or \u201cSleeping Beauty,\u201d because it\u2019s often bypassed by visitors despite its beauty. Mantua has changed so little over the centuries that it feels frozen in time \u2013 its medieval and Renaissance architecture is perfectly preserved, and it\u2019s surrounded by lakes that historically protected it from expansion. Italians love it for its rich art and food scene, and travelers who do visit are amazed that such a gem has so few tourists.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12736722\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12736722\" aria-controls=\"collapse12736722\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Where can I go in Italy for beautiful beaches without the crowds?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12736722\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12736722\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Southern Italy and parts of Sardinia\/Sicily have gorgeous beaches with fewer tourists. <strong data-start=\"30478\" data-end=\"30500\">Tropea in Calabria<\/strong> is a prime example \u2013 it has Caribbean-quality white sands and turquoise waters with far fewer crowds than, say, the Amalfi Coast. The <strong data-start=\"30674\" data-end=\"30695\">Gargano Peninsula<\/strong> in Puglia (like Vieste and Peschici) or <strong data-start=\"30736\" data-end=\"30761\">Maratea in Basilicata<\/strong> are also known for clear seas and uncrowded beaches. Even in popular regions, there are \u201csecret\u201d beaches \u2013 for instance, <em data-start=\"30883\" data-end=\"30900\">Baia dei Turchi<\/em> near Otranto offers a pristine cove where you might only share the view with locals.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12736723\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12736723\" aria-controls=\"collapse12736723\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the \u201cCoast of the Gods\u201d in Italy?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12736723\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12736723\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>The \u201cCoast of the Gods\u201d (<em data-start=\"31070\" data-end=\"31087\">Costa degli Dei<\/em>) refers to a stunning stretch of coastline in <strong data-start=\"31134\" data-end=\"31146\">Calabria<\/strong> along the Tyrrhenian Sea, roughly between Pizzo and Nicotera \u2013 with Tropea at its heart. It earned this name for its dramatic scenery: towering coastal cliffs, crystal-clear blue waters, and powdery beaches. Along this coast, you\u2019ll find not only Tropea but also Capo Vaticano (known for panoramic clifftop views and snorkeling) and charming villages overlooking the sea. It\u2019s one of Italy\u2019s best-kept secrets for beach lovers.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12736724\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12736724\" aria-controls=\"collapse12736724\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is it safe to travel to these offbeat places in Italy, especially solo?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12736724\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12736724\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Generally yes \u2013 Italy\u2019s hidden gem destinations are <strong data-start=\"31755\" data-end=\"31816\">quite safe for travelers, including solo female travelers<\/strong>. Violent crime is very rare in small towns and rural areas. You might need to take the usual precautions (keep an eye on your belongings, especially in transit hubs or busy markets), but locals are often friendly and look out for visitors. Many solo travelers report feeling welcomed in small Italian towns. It\u2019s not uncommon for locals to strike up a conversation out of curiosity or offer help if you look lost. Use basic common sense and you should have a very safe and pleasant experience.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12736725\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12736725\" aria-controls=\"collapse12736725\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How can I get to these hidden gems without a car?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12736725\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12736725\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>It\u2019s doable! Italy has an extensive train and bus network. For example, you can reach <strong data-start=\"32503\" data-end=\"32513\">Mantua<\/strong> by train from major cities (e.g. direct from Milan or Verona), <strong data-start=\"32577\" data-end=\"32588\">Camogli<\/strong> by regional train from Genoa, <strong data-start=\"32619\" data-end=\"32638\">Orta San Giulio<\/strong> via train+bus from Milan, <strong data-start=\"32665\" data-end=\"32676\">Otranto<\/strong> by train or bus from Lecce, and <strong data-start=\"32709\" data-end=\"32719\">Tropea<\/strong> by train from Lamezia Terme. It may take a bit longer and require a transfer here or there, but public transit is reliable in these areas. Once you arrive, most of these towns are small enough to explore on foot. For more remote spots like certain beach coves or national parks, you might join local tours or use regional buses. Planning with apps like Trenitalia and checking local bus schedules (which are often available at tourism offices) will help you navigate without a car.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12736726\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12736726\" aria-controls=\"collapse12736726\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Are there hostels or affordable accommodations in less-touristy Italian towns?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12736726\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12736726\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Yes, many smaller or offbeat destinations now have at least one <strong data-start=\"33362\" data-end=\"33399\">hostel, guesthouse, or budget B&amp;B<\/strong>. Hostelworld, for instance, lists accommodations in places you wouldn\u2019t expect \u2013 you can find hostels in towns like Tropea, Lecce (for exploring Salento), even a hostel\/inn in Mantua\u2019s center. While you won\u2019t find a dozen hostels in a tiny village, there\u2019s often a family-run inn or an official youth hostel. Additionally, agriturismi (farm stays) and B&amp;Bs are common in rural Italy and can be very affordable, offering a local experience. It\u2019s wise to book ahead during peak season since budget accommodations in small towns can be limited and fill up with savvy travelers.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12736727\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12736727\" aria-controls=\"collapse12736727\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy that most people don\u2019t know about?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12736727\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12736727\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><strong data-start=\"34079\" data-end=\"34098\">Orta San Giulio<\/strong> on Lake Orta is frequently cited as one of Italy\u2019s most beautiful villages and still flies under the radar of most international tourists. It\u2019s part of the official <strong data-start=\"34303\" data-end=\"34334\">\u201cBorghi pi\u00f9 belli d\u2019Italia\u201d<\/strong> list (most beautiful villages in Italy). With its lakeside charm, medieval lanes, and an island monastery, Orta captivates those who visit. Other lesser-known beauties include <strong data-start=\"34550\" data-end=\"34574\">Borghetto sul Mincio<\/strong> in Veneto (with water mills and flower-decked bridges), <strong data-start=\"34631\" data-end=\"34642\">San Leo<\/strong> in Emilia-Romagna (a hilltown with a fortress), and <strong data-start=\"34695\" data-end=\"34712\">Castelmezzano<\/strong> in Basilicata (dramatically set in mountain peaks). These villages are incredibly picturesque and offer a tranquil atmosphere compared to famous tourist towns.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12736728\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12736728\" aria-controls=\"collapse12736728\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> When is the best time to visit Italy\u2019s hidden gems?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12736728\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12736728\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><strong data-start=\"34942\" data-end=\"34962\">Shoulder seasons<\/strong> \u2013 spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) \u2013 are often ideal. During these times, the weather is generally pleasant (mild or warm, depending on the region) and the crowds are minimal. For example, late May in the south lets you swim in the sea before the summer rush, and September in the north still enjoys sunshine but with fewer tour groups around. Summer is livelier and fantastic for beach towns like Tropea or Otranto, but keep in mind Italians take vacations in August, so even \u201chidden\u201d spots can be busier then (and very hot). Winter can be magical for certain gems \u2013 imagine seeing towns like Mantua or Orta with holiday lights or a dusting of snow. However, in off-season some smaller B&amp;Bs or attractions might have limited hours. Overall, late spring and early fall hit the sweet spot for good weather, full services, and thin crowds across most of these destinations.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-12736729\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse12736729\" aria-controls=\"collapse12736729\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Are these offbeat destinations cheaper than the popular tourist cities?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse12736729\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-12736729\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><strong data-start=\"35939\" data-end=\"35956\">Usually, yes.<\/strong> In less-touristy areas of Italy, prices for food, lodging, and activities tend to be lower. You\u2019ll find that a meal in a trattoria in Calabria or a coffee in a Lombardy village is cheaper than in central Rome or Venice. Museum or site entry fees, if any, are often just a few euros. For instance, you might pay under \u20ac5 to tour a castle or historic church in a small town, versus \u20ac15-20 for big city museums. Accommodation is where you can save a lot: local guesthouses or hostels in these areas offer great value (often under \u20ac30 a night for a hostel bed, or budget private rooms in the \u20ac50\u201370 range), which is much less than hotels in Florence or the Amalfi Coast. Transportation, if you\u2019re using regional trains\/buses, is also very affordable (a few euros per ride). So, exploring hidden gems isn\u2019t just rewarding culturally \u2013 it can be done on a tight budget, making your travel funds stretch further.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-127367210\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse127367210\" aria-controls=\"collapse127367210\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How can I find out about local festivals or events in these small towns?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse127367210\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-127367210\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Many Italian towns host wonderful <strong data-start=\"36987\" data-end=\"37014\">local festivals (sagre)<\/strong> celebrating everything from patron saints to local foods, and stumbling upon one can be a highlight of your trip. To find them, you can check the town\u2019s official website or tourism board page (often in Italian, but translate tools help). Look for a section like \u201cEventi\u201d or \u201cManifestazioni.\u201d Additionally, ask locals or your hostel\/B&amp;B hosts \u2013 they\u2019re usually excited to share info on upcoming events. Some nationwide websites (e.g., italiainfo or region-specific tourism sites) compile festival dates by region. For example, if you\u2019re in Puglia, a quick search for \u201csagre Puglia June\u201d might show if there\u2019s an olive oil or seafood festival near Otranto. Keep an eye out for posters in the town squares too. Being in the know about a local festival \u2013 say a <strong data-start=\"37772\" data-end=\"37820\">food fair celebrating Tropea\u2019s famous onions<\/strong> or a historical pageant in Mantua \u2013 can add an unforgettable authentic touch to your journey.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-127367211\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse127367211\" aria-controls=\"collapse127367211\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Will I need to know Italian to visit these offbeat places?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse127367211\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-127367211\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>While basic English is spoken in tourist-facing spots (hotel desks, some restaurants) even in small towns, <strong data-start=\"38098\" data-end=\"38138\">knowing a bit of Italian helps a lot<\/strong>. In hidden gem areas, many locals may not speak much English, so learning greetings and a few key phrases is worthwhile. Italians are generally warm and patient with visitors, and even if there\u2019s a language barrier, they\u2019ll often try to communicate through gestures (or find someone who can translate). A pocket phrasebook or a translation app can be handy. If you learn how to say things like <em data-start=\"38533\" data-end=\"38609\">\u201cOne train ticket to Tropea, please\u201d (Un biglietto per Tropea, per favore)<\/em> or <em data-start=\"38613\" data-end=\"38672\">\u201cWhere is the bus stop?\u201d (Dov\u2019\u00e8 la fermata dell\u2019autobus?)<\/em>, you\u2019ll navigate more smoothly. That said, numerous solo travelers with little Italian have managed \u2013 through smiles, pointing at maps, and the universal language of friendliness. Don\u2019t let lack of Italian fluency deter you; just be prepared to get creative in communication and you\u2019ll be fine.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-127367212\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse127367212\" aria-controls=\"collapse127367212\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Can I use public transportation within these small towns, or will I need to walk?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse127367212\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-127367212\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>In nearly all of these hidden gem towns, the historic centers are compact and best explored on foot. For example, <strong data-start=\"39181\" data-end=\"39223\">Mantua, Camogli, Orta, Otranto, Tropea<\/strong> \u2013 each of these can be walked end-to-end in 20 minutes or less. In fact, cars are restricted in many old towns. Public transportation within the town itself is often minimal because you typically don\u2019t need it. However, to reach outlying attractions (like beaches a few kilometers away or hilltop viewpoints), there might be local buses or shuttles. For instance, a summer shuttle runs from Tropea\u2019s town to Capo Vaticano\u2019s beaches; Orta has a tourist mini-train in peak season that goes around the area. If you enjoy walking, you\u2019ll find it easy to get around. For anything further, taxis are an option (though can be pricey in rural areas) \u2013 better yet, some hostels organize group trips or shuttles to nearby sights. Renting a bicycle is another fun way to explore surroundings in places like Mantua (which has bike paths by the lakes) or along the coast near Otranto.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-127367213\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse127367213\" aria-controls=\"collapse127367213\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What should I pack for visiting offbeat Italian destinations?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse127367213\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-127367213\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Pack for <strong data-start=\"40184\" data-end=\"40211\">variety and versatility<\/strong>. Comfortable walking shoes are a must, since you\u2019ll likely be strolling cobbled streets, hiking up to castles or through nature paths. If you\u2019re visiting coastal gems like Tropea or Otranto, bring swimwear, a quick-dry towel, and sandals for the beach. For hilltowns and northern areas like Orta or Mantua, a light jacket or sweater for cooler evenings is wise (even in summer, it can get breezy by a lake or in mountains). Sun protection (hat, sunscreen) is important \u2013 southern sun can be strong and even up north you\u2019ll spend time outdoors. Since some hidden spots don\u2019t have ATMs readily available in every corner, carry a bit of extra cash (euros) just in case; small family-run trattorias or market stalls might be cash-only. Don\u2019t forget a day pack for water and snacks during explorations, and perhaps a phrasebook. Lastly, pack an open mind and a spirit of adventure \u2013 it sounds clich\u00e9, but that\u2019s truly the \u201cgear\u201d you need most for discovering hidden gems!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-127367214\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse127367214\" aria-controls=\"collapse127367214\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How do I say \u201chidden gem\u201d in Italian (just for fun)?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse127367214\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1273672\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-127367214\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>There\u2019s not a direct literal translation that Italians use for travel spots, but you could say <em data-start=\"41344\" data-end=\"41366\">\u201cun tesoro nascosto\u201d<\/em> which means \u201ca hidden treasure.\u201d For example: <em data-start=\"41413\" data-end=\"41454\">\u201cTropea \u00e8 un tesoro nascosto d\u2019Italia.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Tropea is a hidden treasure of Italy. Another way is <em data-start=\"41510\" data-end=\"41528\">\u201cperla nascosta\u201d<\/em> (hidden pearl), as locals might call an underrated town a pearl to signify its beauty (indeed Tropea is often called the \u201cPearl of Calabria\u201d). Using these phrases might even earn you an impressed smile from an Italian, recognizing that you\u2019ve gone off the beaten path to find their local <em data-start=\"41817\" data-end=\"41826\">tesori!<\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{ \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"@id\": \"sp-ea-schema-1273672-6ace26154c544\", \"mainEntity\": [{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What are some of the best hidden gems in Italy?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Italy has countless hidden gems beyond the famous cities. A few highlights include<strong>Mantua in Lombardy<\/strong>(a Renaissance city often overlooked by tourists),<strong>Camogli in Liguria<\/strong>(a charming fishing village near Portofino),<strong>Orta San Giulio in Piedmont<\/strong>(a fairytale lakeside town),<strong>Otranto in Puglia<\/strong>(easternmost town with historic walls and blue seas), and<strong>Tropea in Calabria<\/strong>(stunning clifftop beaches). These spots offer authentic Italian culture, history, and scenery without the big crowds.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Which Italian city is called the \u201cSleeping Beauty\u201d and why?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The city of<strong>Mantua (Mantova)<\/strong>is nicknamed<em>La Bella Addormentata<\/em>, or \u201cSleeping Beauty,\u201d because it\u2019s often bypassed by visitors despite its beauty. Mantua has changed so little over the centuries that it feels frozen in time \u2013 its medieval and Renaissance architecture is perfectly preserved, and it\u2019s surrounded by lakes that historically protected it from expansion. Italians love it for its rich art and food scene, and travelers who do visit are amazed that such a gem has so few tourists.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Where can I go in Italy for beautiful beaches without the crowds?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Southern Italy and parts of Sardinia\/Sicily have gorgeous beaches with fewer tourists.<strong>Tropea in Calabria<\/strong>is a prime example \u2013 it has Caribbean-quality white sands and turquoise waters with far fewer crowds than, say, the Amalfi Coast. The<strong>Gargano Peninsula<\/strong>in Puglia (like Vieste and Peschici) or<strong>Maratea in Basilicata<\/strong>are also known for clear seas and uncrowded beaches. Even in popular regions, there are \u201csecret\u201d beaches \u2013 for instance,<em>Baia dei Turchi<\/em>near Otranto offers a pristine cove where you might only share the view with locals.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is the \u201cCoast of the Gods\u201d in Italy?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The \u201cCoast of the Gods\u201d (<em>Costa degli Dei<\/em>) refers to a stunning stretch of coastline in<strong>Calabria<\/strong>along the Tyrrhenian Sea, roughly between Pizzo and Nicotera \u2013 with Tropea at its heart. It earned this name for its dramatic scenery: towering coastal cliffs, crystal-clear blue waters, and powdery beaches. Along this coast, you\u2019ll find not only Tropea but also Capo Vaticano (known for panoramic clifftop views and snorkeling) and charming villages overlooking the sea. It\u2019s one of Italy\u2019s best-kept secrets for beach lovers.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it safe to travel to these offbeat places in Italy, especially solo?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Generally yes \u2013 Italy\u2019s hidden gem destinations are<strong>quite safe for travelers, including solo female travelers<\/strong>. Violent crime is very rare in small towns and rural areas. You might need to take the usual precautions (keep an eye on your belongings, especially in transit hubs or busy markets), but locals are often friendly and look out for visitors. Many solo travelers report feeling welcomed in small Italian towns. It\u2019s not uncommon for locals to strike up a conversation out of curiosity or offer help if you look lost. Use basic common sense and you should have a very safe and pleasant experience.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How can I get to these hidden gems without a car?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It\u2019s doable! Italy has an extensive train and bus network. For example, you can reach<strong>Mantua<\/strong>by train from major cities (e.g. direct from Milan or Verona),<strong>Camogli<\/strong>by regional train from Genoa,<strong>Orta San Giulio<\/strong>via train+bus from Milan,<strong>Otranto<\/strong>by train or bus from Lecce, and<strong>Tropea<\/strong>by train from Lamezia Terme. It may take a bit longer and require a transfer here or there, but public transit is reliable in these areas. Once you arrive, most of these towns are small enough to explore on foot. For more remote spots like certain beach coves or national parks, you might join local tours or use regional buses. Planning with apps like Trenitalia and checking local bus schedules (which are often available at tourism offices) will help you navigate without a car.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Are there hostels or affordable accommodations in less-touristy Italian towns?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, many smaller or offbeat destinations now have at least one<strong>hostel, guesthouse, or budget B&amp;B<\/strong>. Hostelworld, for instance, lists accommodations in places you wouldn\u2019t expect \u2013 you can find hostels in towns like Tropea, Lecce (for exploring Salento), even a hostel\/inn in Mantua\u2019s center. While you won\u2019t find a dozen hostels in a tiny village, there\u2019s often a family-run inn or an official youth hostel. Additionally, agriturismi (farm stays) and B&amp;Bs are common in rural Italy and can be very affordable, offering a local experience. It\u2019s wise to book ahead during peak season since budget accommodations in small towns can be limited and fill up with savvy travelers.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy that most people don\u2019t know about?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"<strong>Orta San Giulio<\/strong>on Lake Orta is frequently cited as one of Italy\u2019s most beautiful villages and still flies under the radar of most international tourists. It\u2019s part of the official<strong>\u201cBorghi pi\u00f9 belli d\u2019Italia\u201d<\/strong>list (most beautiful villages in Italy). With its lakeside charm, medieval lanes, and an island monastery, Orta captivates those who visit. Other lesser-known beauties include<strong>Borghetto sul Mincio<\/strong>in Veneto (with water mills and flower-decked bridges),<strong>San Leo<\/strong>in Emilia-Romagna (a hilltown with a fortress), and<strong>Castelmezzano<\/strong>in Basilicata (dramatically set in mountain peaks). These villages are incredibly picturesque and offer a tranquil atmosphere compared to famous tourist towns.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"When is the best time to visit Italy\u2019s hidden gems?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"<strong>Shoulder seasons<\/strong>\u2013 spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) \u2013 are often ideal. During these times, the weather is generally pleasant (mild or warm, depending on the region) and the crowds are minimal. For example, late May in the south lets you swim in the sea before the summer rush, and September in the north still enjoys sunshine but with fewer tour groups around. Summer is livelier and fantastic for beach towns like Tropea or Otranto, but keep in mind Italians take vacations in August, so even \u201chidden\u201d spots can be busier then (and very hot). Winter can be magical for certain gems \u2013 imagine seeing towns like Mantua or Orta with holiday lights or a dusting of snow. However, in off-season some smaller B&amp;Bs or attractions might have limited hours. Overall, late spring and early fall hit the sweet spot for good weather, full services, and thin crowds across most of these destinations.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Are these offbeat destinations cheaper than the popular tourist cities?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"<strong>Usually, yes.<\/strong>In less-touristy areas of Italy, prices for food, lodging, and activities tend to be lower. You\u2019ll find that a meal in a trattoria in Calabria or a coffee in a Lombardy village is cheaper than in central Rome or Venice. Museum or site entry fees, if any, are often just a few euros. For instance, you might pay under \u20ac5 to tour a castle or historic church in a small town, versus \u20ac15-20 for big city museums. Accommodation is where you can save a lot: local guesthouses or hostels in these areas offer great value (often under \u20ac30 a night for a hostel bed, or budget private rooms in the \u20ac50\u201370 range), which is much less than hotels in Florence or the Amalfi Coast. Transportation, if you\u2019re using regional trains\/buses, is also very affordable (a few euros per ride). So, exploring hidden gems isn\u2019t just rewarding culturally \u2013 it can be done on a tight budget, making your travel funds stretch further.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How can I find out about local festivals or events in these small towns?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Many Italian towns host wonderful<strong>local festivals (sagre)<\/strong>celebrating everything from patron saints to local foods, and stumbling upon one can be a highlight of your trip. To find them, you can check the town\u2019s official website or tourism board page (often in Italian, but translate tools help). Look for a section like \u201cEventi\u201d or \u201cManifestazioni.\u201d Additionally, ask locals or your hostel\/B&amp;B hosts \u2013 they\u2019re usually excited to share info on upcoming events. Some nationwide websites (e.g., italiainfo or region-specific tourism sites) compile festival dates by region. For example, if you\u2019re in Puglia, a quick search for \u201csagre Puglia June\u201d might show if there\u2019s an olive oil or seafood festival near Otranto. Keep an eye out for posters in the town squares too. Being in the know about a local festival \u2013 say a<strong>food fair celebrating Tropea\u2019s famous onions<\/strong>or a historical pageant in Mantua \u2013 can add an unforgettable authentic touch to your journey.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Will I need to know Italian to visit these offbeat places?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"While basic English is spoken in tourist-facing spots (hotel desks, some restaurants) even in small towns,<strong>knowing a bit of Italian helps a lot<\/strong>. In hidden gem areas, many locals may not speak much English, so learning greetings and a few key phrases is worthwhile. Italians are generally warm and patient with visitors, and even if there\u2019s a language barrier, they\u2019ll often try to communicate through gestures (or find someone who can translate). A pocket phrasebook or a translation app can be handy. If you learn how to say things like<em>\u201cOne train ticket to Tropea, please\u201d (Un biglietto per Tropea, per favore)<\/em>or<em>\u201cWhere is the bus stop?\u201d (Dov\u2019\u00e8 la fermata dell\u2019autobus?)<\/em>, you\u2019ll navigate more smoothly. That said, numerous solo travelers with little Italian have managed \u2013 through smiles, pointing at maps, and the universal language of friendliness. Don\u2019t let lack of Italian fluency deter you; just be prepared to get creative in communication and you\u2019ll be fine.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can I use public transportation within these small towns, or will I need to walk?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"In nearly all of these hidden gem towns, the historic centers are compact and best explored on foot. For example,<strong>Mantua, Camogli, Orta, Otranto, Tropea<\/strong>\u2013 each of these can be walked end-to-end in 20 minutes or less. In fact, cars are restricted in many old towns. Public transportation within the town itself is often minimal because you typically don\u2019t need it. However, to reach outlying attractions (like beaches a few kilometers away or hilltop viewpoints), there might be local buses or shuttles. For instance, a summer shuttle runs from Tropea\u2019s town to Capo Vaticano\u2019s beaches; Orta has a tourist mini-train in peak season that goes around the area. If you enjoy walking, you\u2019ll find it easy to get around. For anything further, taxis are an option (though can be pricey in rural areas) \u2013 better yet, some hostels organize group trips or shuttles to nearby sights. Renting a bicycle is another fun way to explore surroundings in places like Mantua (which has bike paths by the lakes) or along the coast near Otranto.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What should I pack for visiting offbeat Italian destinations?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Pack for<strong>variety and versatility<\/strong>. Comfortable walking shoes are a must, since you\u2019ll likely be strolling cobbled streets, hiking up to castles or through nature paths. If you\u2019re visiting coastal gems like Tropea or Otranto, bring swimwear, a quick-dry towel, and sandals for the beach. For hilltowns and northern areas like Orta or Mantua, a light jacket or sweater for cooler evenings is wise (even in summer, it can get breezy by a lake or in mountains). Sun protection (hat, sunscreen) is important \u2013 southern sun can be strong and even up north you\u2019ll spend time outdoors. Since some hidden spots don\u2019t have ATMs readily available in every corner, carry a bit of extra cash (euros) just in case; small family-run trattorias or market stalls might be cash-only. Don\u2019t forget a day pack for water and snacks during explorations, and perhaps a phrasebook. 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