Park·Easy·Relaxing·Hidden gem

Laguna di Santa Gilla, Cagliari

Sardinia

Laguna di Santa Gilla between Cagliari and Capoterra is the most important wetland in Sardinia — the largest flamingo colony in Italy (10,000–30,000 birds, largest count in February-March). Spoonbill and glossy ibis also breed here. The lagoon is between the city of Cagliari and the open sea. Avocet colony. Dogs on leash on the lagoon path. Easily reached from Cagliari centre by bike.

Duration

2 hours

Distance

5 km

Best season

Year-round

Highlights

Largest flamingo colony in Italy — up to 30,000 birds in February-March
Spoonbill, glossy ibis and avocet nesting colony
Flamingos between Cagliari city and the sea — flamingos visible from the suburbs