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Parco Naturale Molentargius Saline

Sardinia  >  Italy

Since the decommissioning of salt mining in 1985, this wetland is one of the most species-rich birdsites of the whole of Sardinia.

Añadido* por Wolfgang Müller
Última actualización 24 abril 2025

Descripción

Molentargius, which was the richest Sardinian basin for sea-salt extraction for two and a half centuries - an activity that ceased in 1985 - has become one of the main resting and nesting sites of aquatic birds in Europe. The Molentargius Saline extends across 1,600 hectares near the city of Cagliari. There are many bigger an smaller lagoons you can visit. One of the best places for birdwatching is the smaller lagoon of Stagno Perdabianca (1). Also of interest are the two main lagoons. Bellarosa Maggiore (2) is a large brackish lagoon and Bellarosa Minore (3) to the north east, is a smaller freshwater lagoon. In between the lagoons, there are numerous reed-filled freshwater pools and canals.

In the Stagno Perdabianca Flamenco Común can often be observed from a short distance, as well as a Pelícano Común that lives there for several years. A Garcilla Bueyera colony with a small observation platform is located on Viale della Fauna, just northeast of the observation tower.

On the embankment of Bellarosa Maggiore Flamenco Común and Gaviota Picofina nest. The reed of the Bellarosa Minore is a refuge for nesting birds as Garcilla Bueyera, Cigüeñuela común, Garceta Común and numerous species of ducks. With a little luck, you will see Calamón Común, with its metallic blue plumage and scarlet red beak.

Other interesting breeding birds are Garcilla Cangrejera, Garza Imperial, Martinete Común, Pagaza Piconegra, Charrancito Común, Porrón Pardo, Avoceta Común, Aguilucho Lagunero Occidental and Chorlitejo patinegro.

The lagoons are also very good for migrant species, including Morito Común, Espátula Común, Cerceta Carretona, Archibebe Oscuro and plenty of other waders. Wintering species include Pato Colorado and Espátula Común.

Detalles

Accesso

Parco Naturale Molentargius Saline is located directly east of the city of Cagliari. A good option is to park on the south side of the area near Stagno Perdabianca. Press P on the map for directions.

From the city you can discover the Molentargius Saline through the pedestrian / bycycle path that runs along the port, or by public bus PQ, PF that stops (Generale Rossi stop) at approx 1 km from the visitor center of Via La Palma, there you can rent a bike or enjoy a guide service by boat or train, both electric powered.

Terreno y habitat

Humedal , Playa , Pisos de barro , Mar , Cañizos

Condiciones

Plano , Sin sombra , Paisaje abierto

Camino circular

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Buena época para el avistamiento de aves

Todo el año

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Primavera , Migración de primavera , Migración de otoño

Ruta

Camino pavimentado , Camino sin asfaltar , Camino ancho

Camino difícil de andar

Fácil

Accesible vía

A pie , Bicicleta

Escondite de observación / plataforma

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