Riserva naturale orientata Serre di Ciminna

The Riserva naturale orientata Serre di Ciminna is a regional reserve in the Palermo area that spreads across rolling hills and valleys with forests, scrubland, and farmland. The terrain varies in elevation and holds multiple habitat types within its boundaries.

The area was officially protected in 1997 to preserve its natural resources. The village of Ciminna within the reserve has ancient roots and was later reshaped during Norman rule.

The reserve is intertwined with local farming practices that local landowners maintain using traditional cultivation methods passed down through generations. These practices shape the landscape and show how people here live alongside nature.

The reserve has well-marked walking trails with varying difficulty levels that pass through different landscape types. Visitors should bring proper footwear as paths cross uneven terrain and navigation can be tricky in places.

The reserve contains several karst caves that reveal geological structures and underground water sources. These formations are not immediately visible but shape the land and attract birds that nest in the cave systems.