SP78, km 1, 74121 Taranto TA
To reach the La Vela Wetland Nature Reserve, follow the A3 and A2/E45 to Sicignano degli Alburni, taking the exit for Potenza. Then continue along the E847 and the Jonica State Road 106 (E90) until you reach the SP78, which leads directly to the protected area. The reserve is a haven of biodiversity, ideal for nature lovers and birdwatching enthusiasts.
Several bus routes are available from Naples Central Station, operated by Trenitalia and FlixBus. Depending on the service selected, the final stop may vary slightly, but all allow access to Taranto, with stops near the La Vela Wetland Nature Reserve.
You can reach the La Vela Wetland Nature Reserve by train from Naples Central Station. During the journey, there is a stop at Potenza station before arriving near Piazza della Libertà in Taranto. From there, a short bus ride is needed to reach the protected natural area.
The "Palude La Vela" Regional Oriented Nature Reserve is a protected area covering 116 hectares along the shores of the second inlet of the Mar Piccolo in Taranto. To the southwest, the reserve is bordered by the promontory known as "Il Fronte," part of which falls within the area of the 65th Fuel Depot of the Italian Air Force. To the north, it extends to the tip of the natural channel called Capo D'Ayala. The area features wetlands, salt marshes, and pine forests, providing an ideal habitat for numerous bird species, both resident and migratory. Managed by the Municipality of Taranto, the reserve is a vital site for the conservation of local biodiversity.
