The Le Cesine Nature Reserve is a protected area located in the province of Lecce. It is one of the last wetlands on the Adriatic coast, where there are two brackish ponds separated from the sea by sand dunes. It houses a rich biodiversity of flora and fauna, is managed by the WWF and can be visited every day of the year only accompanied by the guides of the reserve and with reservations required.

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Cris

December 5, 2020

Cycling

Follow the forest path on the left to reach the panoramic point 'Ponte Carlo'. This is an easy off-road, less than 1.5 km long (round trip), with fine gravel and sandy terrain.

Barbara 🐕‍🦺

October 27, 2022

Hiking

Most beautiful nature reserve. But be careful: the dream beach in the east was full of rubbish for miles when we were there

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1. Le Cesine Nature Reserve and Acaya Loop Trail

24.4km

06:13

70m

This difficult 15.2-mile loop combines the natural beauty of Le Cesine Nature Reserve with the historical fortified village of Acaya.

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2. Le Cesine Oasis Nature Reserve – Le Cesine Nature Reserve loop from Riserva Naturale Statale di Popolamento Animale Le Cesine

7.81km

01:59

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Le Cesine Nature Reserve – Le Cesine Nature Reserve loop from Aeroporto di Lecce-Lepore

11.8km

02:58

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Le Cesine Nature Reserve

1. Le Cesine Nature Reserve and Acaya Loop Trail

2. Le Cesine Oasis Nature Reserve – Le Cesine Nature Reserve loop from Riserva Naturale Statale di Popolamento Animale Le Cesine

3. Le Cesine Nature Reserve – Le Cesine Nature Reserve loop from Aeroporto di Lecce-Lepore

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