Overview
Gravina in Puglia is a town in Italy.
Its population is roughly 42,000, on gently rising ground at about 338 m.
It lies in the northern hemisphere, in Europe.
The nearest airport is Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI), about 46 km away.
Key facts
| Country | Italy |
|---|---|
| Population | 42,210 |
| Timezone | Europe/Rome |
| Elevation | 338 m |
| Nearest airport | Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI), 46 km |
| Currency | EUR |
Where Gravina in Puglia is
Gravina in Puglia sits on higher ground in Italy, in the northern part of Europe.
Altamura lies about 11 km to the east, Matera lies about 23 km to the south-east and Santeramo in Colle lies about 29 km to the east.
Getting there
Most visitors arrive by air. Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI) is the closest airport, about 46 km from Gravina in Puglia.
Alternative gateways include Foggia Gino Lisa Airport (FOG, 101 km); Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport (QSR, 129 km).
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Find flights to Gravina in Puglia →arrives BRI (45.8 km away)
Getting around
It is small enough to walk end to end; a car or taxi helps for anything beyond the centre.
Best time to visit
The climate here is broadly temperate (northern hemisphere): four clear seasons, with warm summers and cool-to-cold winters.
For most visitors the shoulder seasons — roughly April to June and September to October — offer warm-enough weather without the peak-summer crowds, while high summer (June to August) is busiest.
Reasons to visit
A few reasons Gravina in Puglia is worth your time: a handy base for the surrounding area, with several places within day-trip reach; straightforward access by air through BRI.
Day trips & nearby
Gravina in Puglia works well as a base. Within about 50 km you can reach Altamura (11 km to the east); Matera (23 km to the south-east); Santeramo in Colle (29 km to the east); Ginosa (39 km to the south-east); Bari (51 km to the north-east).
Good to know
The currency is the EUR (Euro).
The main languages spoken are Italian, German, French.
Clocks run on Europe/Rome time.
Traffic drives on the right.
How long to stay
Plan on 3–5 days here; that suits most visitors on a first trip.
Journeys through here
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Common questions
- What is the nearest airport to Gravina in Puglia?
- Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI) is the closest airport, about 46 km away.
- When is the best time to visit Gravina in Puglia?
- Late spring to early autumn is usually the most reliable window.
- What is near Gravina in Puglia?
- Altamura is one of the closest places, about 11 km away, with others within day-trip range.
- Which country is Gravina in Puglia in?
- Gravina in Puglia is in Italy.
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Sources & method
- GeoNames — population · retrieved 2026-09-18
- OurAirports (derived) — nearestAirports · retrieved 2026-09-18
- Imagery — Wikimedia Commons
Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.