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The Comacchio Salt Flats
Silence, salt and flamingos
To the north-east of the lagoon lies the Comacchio Salt Flats, a protected area of over 600 hectares whose infrastructure dates back to the Napoleonic era, a living testament to the city's historic role in salt production. Extraction ceased in 1984, and today the site has become one of the most precious and fragile natural environments in the entire territory.
Channels, evaporation basins, raised banks and open stretches of water support a highly specialised flora and an exceptionally rich fauna. It is precisely the absence of human disturbance that has allowed one of Italy's most significant flamingo colonies to establish a permanent presence here, making the Salt Flats a premier destination for birdwatching enthusiasts.
Designated a Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention and a Site of Community Importance, the Salt Flats can only be visited with authorised guides, a deliberate choice to ensure the careful protection and responsible enjoyment of this extraordinary natural treasure.
Book a guided tour of the Comacchio Salt Pan and enjoy an exclusive experience in contact with the most authentic nature.
