Riserva naturale dell'Orrido di Foresto, Regional nature reserve in Val di Susa, Italy
The reserve spans 360 hectares across Bussoleno and Susa municipalities, featuring deep gorges carved by Rocciamelone stream and limestone cliffs next to dry grasslands.
Archaeological excavations in the area uncovered temporary settlements of nomadic shepherds from the Bronze Age and remnants of monuments dedicated to Matrone deities.
Ancient marble quarries at the limestone bastion base supplied materials for historical constructions, while the surrounding land supported vineyards and grazing.
The southern exposure, limestone substrate, and Mediterranean environment make this reserve suitable for winter walks through a network of marked hiking trails.
The reserve houses hundreds of Prickly Juniper specimens near Crotte and San Giuliano villages, representing the sole known population within the Alpine region.
Inception: 1998
Website: http://parco-orsiera.it/Riserve.html
GPS coordinates: 45.14389,7.11417
Latest update: March 4, 2025 06:29
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