Bosco Grande

Bosco Grande is a nature reserve near Pavia featuring a mixed deciduous forest along the Ticino riverbank. The area contains mature oak and poplar trees alongside wetland areas and meadows that provide habitat for diverse wildlife and plant species.

The forest was donated to the Municipality of Pavia in 1968 by a timber merchant, ensuring its long-term protection. This gift became the foundation for its status as a protected natural space open to the public.

This place functions as a learning hub where schools and families regularly engage with nature through organized activities. The on-site facilities like the educational pathways and outdoor classroom allow visitors to experience local plants and animals directly.

The reserve is accessible via marked trails with information boards at entrances displaying maps and contact details. Guided walks are available through a local association operating from an information point within the area.

The reserve features two specialized walking routes offering complementary experiences: one winds through marshland while the other passes among ancient trees. On these pathways visitors regularly encounter different bird species, including woodpeckers and tits.

Location: Pavia

Inception: 1968

Website: http://amicideiboschi.it/il%20bosco%20grande.html

GPS coordinates: 45.18056,9.11611

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:40