
Cavallino
13,000 residents · 161,400 within 5 km · 38 m above sea level
What Cavallino is actually like
Cavallino, located in the scenic Salento region of Puglia, offers a blend of historical charm and local culture, making it an attractive destination for expats and retirees. The town is characterized by its picturesque alleys, ancient churches such as the Mother Church and the Dominican Convent, and archaeological sites that reveal its rich history. With easy access to Lecce, notable for its baroque architecture, Cavallino serves as a strategic base for exploring southern Italy's stunning coastline and cultural treasures. The local economy is supported by agriculture, with olive oil and local wines being significant, complemented by a growing tourism sector. While Cavallino boasts a warm climate, high air quality, and a relatively affordable cost of living, infrastructure challenges like public transport options may affect mobility. Expats should embrace the area's simplicity and be prepared for a quieter lifestyle, which can be both rewarding and demanding.
How Cavallino is built
Post-war expanded comune
Building age, condition and occupancy from the ISTAT census (2011), by census section. Occupancy is shown as one honest split — the 2011 census does not reliably separate holiday homes from vacant ones.
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