Disco paradiso
Detour Discotheque 2025 takes place at masseria La Restuccia, outside Lecce in the Puglia region of southern Italy. Dates: 19-21 September
La Restuccia is a rare find – a perfectly preserved 16th century farmhouse, deep in the heel of Italy. Just a few years ago it was taken over by a disco-loving local family and turned into a stylish, LGBTQ-friendly party venue. Imagine laid-back days, simple luxuries and finding your community at the most deliciously Italian discotheque.
Parties will take place in the poolside pagoda and under the stone arches of the masseria. There’ll be sunset feasts on cobblestone terraces, fresh pasta-making classes under the palms and day parties at the edge of the vast pool. With plenty of boutique accommodation on site.
Our venue is in the far south of the Puglia region – as deep as you can journey into Italy’s untouched heritage. The coast is just a few miles away in either direction (Ionian sea to the west, Adriatic to the east) and the nearby town of Lecce is a gem, full of baroque churches and glistening palazzi. Visit to meet friendly locals and try a caffè leccese (iced coffee with almond syrup).
Puglia
Also nearby is Gallipoli, with its 16th century old town crowded precariously onto a tiny island. Or you can visit the imposing fortress of Otranto, or the famous ‘White City’ of Ostuni. In between, find a patchwork of farms, vineyards and family-run tavernas serving fresh seafood.
Masserias
Masserias are fortified farmhouses, built in Italy between the 16th and 18th centuries. La Restuccia is a particularly beautiful and ancient example that, until the 1950s, was looked after by Luccio de Restuccia (hence the name), who preserved all its secret beauty. The setting is rich with the history of Puglian countryside living: good food, sunny days and simple pleasures.
Let the sunshine in
After three years of chilly events, we’re finally inviting your to pack your swimming costume and not your winter coat. Detour Discotheque 2025 is all about warmth. Taking place on all three nights (Friday 19 – Sunday 21 September) parties will take place under spinning mirror balls and retractable roofs (for extra starlight), and even in the water at Detour’s first ever pool party. Also new for 2025: disco karaoke (no explanation needed). Dressing up is highly encouraged, and there’ll be nightly themes to inspire your sequinned outfits.
The first names are now on the line-up, and we’re excited to be inviting some renowned international selectors to play the best 70s and 80s disco, covering all-time classics, Detour favourites and Italo disco deep cuts.
La Restuccia’s pool covers 1,200 square metres, making it the biggest in southern Italy. It’s an endless, sparkling lagoon, fringed by palm trees, day beds and sun loungers. With a dedicated bar and DJ booth.
The pool
Village people
The La Restuccia borgo (or village) is a grid of pretty villas connected by cobblestone streets – all reserved for Detour Discotheque attendees. Rooms are relaxed, tastefully designed and include breakfast and unlimited use of the pool. Available to book directly from the venue once tickets go on sale.
Room rates (per person): single €79; double €119; triple €149; two-room bungalow for 4 people €179; two-room bungalow for 5 people €199. For info, email info@larestuccia.it
Food & drink
Think Puglian salami, gnocchi made with local truffles, ear-shaped orecchiette pasta and the freshest salads and seafood. There’ll be sit-down feasts in the last of the daylight and all-you-can-eat barbecues (bookable in advance). Breakfast is included with accommodation, or you can upgrade to a full buffet of Italian brunch goodies. Cocktails and local beers are served at bars in the pagoda, or by the pool.
Learn to make pasta like the local nonnas, book a massage or a yoga class, head out on a day trip to a local town or beach or just spend all day lounging by the pool. Explore the area.
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