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Riserva Naturale Lago di Santa Luce

Toscana  >  Italy

With over 180 recorded species, the Santa Luce Nature Reserve is an important stopover for migratory birds.

Added* by Emilio De Simone
Most recent update 19 maaliskuu 2026
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Description

The reserve is a wetland of high naturalistic interest covering about 500 hectares, created by the damming of the Fine river. It became a Lipu Oasis in 1992 and was later designated as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) due to its great value in preserving habitats, as well as animal and plant species. More than 180 bird species have been observed here, thanks to the site's importance along the migratory route.

A variety of habitats support a wide range of birdlife. Among the most significant species are: punasotka, siperiantavi, sinisorsa, haapana, merimetso, silkkikerttunen, rytikerttunen, rastaskerttunen, mehiläissyöjä, tuulihaukka, hiirihaukka, ruskosuohaukka, tornipöllö, minervanpöllö, silkkiuikku, yöhaikara, silkkihaikara, pikkuhaikara, ruskohaikara.

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Italiano: La Riserva è una zona umida di elevato interesse naturalistico di circa 500ha, nata dallo sbarramento del fiume Fine. Diventa Oasi Lipu nel 1992 e successivamente viene designata come Zona Speciale di Conservazione (ZCS) per il grande valore che ha nella conservazione di habitat e specie animali e vegetali; sono oltre 180 le specie di uccelli osservati grazie anche all'importanza del sito lungo la rotta migratoria.

Details

Access

Riserva naturale Lago di Santa Luce can be reached from the municipality of Santa Luce by taking the SS 206 from Pisa towards Cecina. Then, turn at the junction for Santa Luce onto the SP 51 - Rosignanina. Parking is available outside the oasis, and you can then proceed on foot. Press P on the map for directions to the parking.

Note: In Autumn, Winter and Spring the reserve is open on Saturday and Sunday. In Summer the reserve is open on Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. The reserve is open to the public by reservation only, which must be made two days in advance; however, you can explore the 4 km trail independently. Dogs are not allowed, and hiking clothes and shoes are recommended. Contact details: 3440858799 - riserva.santaluce@lipu.it Suggested donation to Lipu: € 5 for adults, € 4 for children over 7. Cash only (no card payments/POS available).

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Italiano: Si raggiunge l'oasi dal comune di Santa Luce percorrendo la SS 206 da Pisa in direzione Cecina. Si svolta quindi al bivio per Santa Luce sulla SP 51 - Rosignanina. Si parcheggia all'esterno dell'oasi e si procede a piedi.

Autunno / Inverno / Primavera il sabato e la domenica. In estate il giovedì, il sabato e la domenica. La riserva è aperta al pubblico solo su prenotazione con due giorni di anticipo ma nel sentiero (4km) ci si muove in autonomia. I cani non sono ammessi ed è consigliato un abbigliamento da escursione e scarpe da trekking. 3440858799 - riserva.santaluce@lipu.it Sostegno richiesto per la Lipu € 5 adulti, € 4 > di 7 anni. Donazione in contanti per assenza di POS.

Terrain and Habitat

Reedbeds , Lake , Scattered trees and bushes

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring migration , Autumn migration

Route

Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

Yes

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