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Park·Easy·Relaxing·Hidden gem
Valle Santa, Po di Primaro, Ferrara
Emilia-Romagna
The Valle Santa near Argenta in the Po delta is a low-lying freshwater lagoon and flood meadow — one of the few remaining examples of pre-drainage Po floodplain. Corn crake (globally declining, very rare in Italy) has been recorded calling here in May–June. Purple heron, little bittern and great reed warbler all breed. The dyke walk is flat and gives close views into the reeds.
Duration
2.5 hours
Distance
6 km
Best season
April – June, September – October
Highlights
- Corn crake calling in May–June — one of few Italian sites
- Purple heron and little bittern breeding in the reeds
- Pre-drainage Po floodplain — rare surviving example
With your dog
Wetland dyke; dogs welcome.
