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Riserva Naturale Foce dell'Isonzo

Friuli-Venezia Giulia

Where the Isonzo river reaches the Adriatic near Grado, its delta spreads into reed marsh, lagoon and wet grassland protected as a WWF-managed reserve. It's one of the best birdwatching sites on the northern Adriatic — spoonbills, herons and large numbers of migrating waders pass through, with hides positioned along the flat paths. The reserve sits at the meeting point of Alpine river water and Mediterranean lagoon.

Duration
2 hours
Distance
6 km
Elevation
+5 m
Best season
March – May, September – November

Highlights

  • Major northern Adriatic bird site
  • Spoonbill and heron sightings
  • Isonzo river-mouth lagoon habitat

With your dog

Flat lagoon paths and hides; dogs on leash near nesting areas.