About
Horace called it Costadura nemus. Pliny mapped it as promunturium Costadura.
That was two thousand years ago. The name comes from something older than Latin. A root that just means rock.
The peninsula hasn't changed much.
The forest is still there. The coast is still limestone. The towns are still stone. The tourists mostly go somewhere else, which is part of the appeal.
Most of the useful information about the Gargano is in Italian. This site puts it in English — with the practical detail you need to actually plan a trip or a move.
Run by an Italian with family in the Gargano.
What this site covers
Travel
Beaches, towns, food, hiking, logistics. Where to go, when, how to get there, what to eat when you arrive.
Start with the complete guide→Property
The buying process, real costs, the professionals you need, and what goes wrong. Written for people who have never bought in Italy.
Read the property guide→Professionals
A directory of geometri, notai, lawyers, and builders in the Gargano who work with international clients.
View the directory→Planning a trip
Start with the complete Gargano guide. It covers the towns, logistics, when to visit, and what to expect. From there: beaches, food, getting there.
Buying property
The property guide explains the process, costs, and professionals. The professionals directory helps you find the right people. Not legal advice — but enough to know what questions to ask.