The oasis is protected by the WWF and covers over 350 hectares of marshes and wetlands. The type of habitat makes it an ideal place for many species of migratory water birds to stop. Other animals also reside, including reptiles and amphibians, and wolves and wild boars have recently been reintroduced.

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Le Cesine is a nature reserve covering an area of 348 hectares. It was built on part of former swampy and marshy freshwater areas stretching from Brindisi in the north …

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The main avenue leads through Le Cesine and descent into the reserve is only allowed with an authorized guide. The escapade into the interior lasts about 2 hours.

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1. Acaya Castle – Le Cesine Nature Reserve loop from Martano

94.2km

05:28

310m

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2. Acaya Castle – Acaya Castle loop from Melpignano

132km

07:51

620m

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3. Specchia Ruggeri Tower – Le Cesine Nature Reserve loop from Torre dell'Orso

45.9km

02:45

120m

Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Le Cesine Nature Reserve

1. Acaya Castle – Le Cesine Nature Reserve loop from Martano

2. Acaya Castle – Acaya Castle loop from Melpignano

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