Parco naturale regionale Salina di Punta della Contessa

The park extends over 1,697 hectares, featuring freshwater basins along the coast and multiple channels that collect rainwater flowing into the Mediterranean Sea.

The regional authorities established this natural reserve in 2002, designating it as a protected area to maintain local ecosystems and preserve native wildlife species.

The park serves as an environmental education center where researchers study marine biology, coastal ecology, and monitor the populations of resident water birds.

Visitors can explore the park through designated paths between Capo di Torre Cavallo and Punta della Contessa, with electric vehicle charging stations available nearby.

The Foggia di Rau canal within the park provides a specialized habitat for the European pond turtle Emys orbicularis and numerous migratory bird species.

Location: Brindisi

Inception: 2002

GPS coordinates: 40.61080,18.03520

Latest update: March 9, 2025 17:10