Leuca is the town standing at the head of the bay formed between Capo Ristola and Punta Meliso. The bay is fronted by Banco la Scala (39°46′4N 18°21′2E). The town is a popular summer resort with numerous fine villas. The harbour is a tourist and fishing port known locally as Marina di Leuca. Anchorage can be obtained in the bay affording shelter from NE winds, but it is dangerous with S winds. The best berth is off the town of Leuca, about midway between Punta Ristola and Punta Meliso, in depths of about 12 m.