Masseria AuraTerrae in Polignano a Mare welcomes back its guests from 19 March, with the introduction of new astro-tourism, food and wine experiences.
Creative paper modelling workshops
Alongside workshops dedicated to clay working and wicker weaving, AuraTerrae is offering a new workshop on Putignano papier-mâché, an ancient art form that is part of the Apulian tradition. Under the guidance of master craftsmen guests will learn paper modelling techniques, colour decoration and finishing in a creative and meditative experience. The workshop ends with a glass of wine in a relaxed atmosphere and the pleasure of having learned something new.
Astro-tourism and wine tastings
One of the new offerings for the 2026 season is the astro-tourism experience. Given the farm's privileged location far from light pollution, this allows guests to discover the starry sky with the naked eye and through a telescope, guided by an expert. To promote its wine production in spring the farm offers the AuraTerrae Wine Tasting experience: guided tours led by an expert sommelier, walking the rows of vines and tasting the house wines in a selected location.
There are 22 rooms, some with hot tubs
Masseria AuraTerrae is in the province of Bari, on a hill with 180° views of the sea and the coastline stretching from Mola di Bari to Monopoli. The 22 rooms have king beds and are all different: six with a Turkish bath, three with a fireplace and four boasting an outdoor hot tub. With two infinity pools with views and an outdoor panoramic barrel sauna, AuraTerrae is a scattered hotel set on 24 hectares, built with local limestone and eco-friendly materials and defines itself as a “zero-emission” property.
Puglia’s ancient masserie have become hotels and event venues
Originally built as small self-sufficient villages, masserie are ancient rural dwellings typical of Puglia. These characteristic farmsteads have been used since the Middle Ages as centres of agricultural production and livestock farming, and are often surrounded by olive groves and vineyards. Today, many masserie are charming accommodation options, restaurants and event venues. For information: https://www.masseriaauraterrae.com/en
