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When can you see flamingos at Orbetello?

You have the best chances of seeing the pink flamingos à Orbetello between autumn and springEspecially in winter, when they gather in the lagoon to feed and spend the season there. They may also be present at other times of the year, but their numbers vary: these are wild birds, so no sighting is guaranteed. Morning is often a good time; bring binoculars, as the groups may stay far from the banks.

To observe them, aim for theOasi WWF della Laguna di Orbetello, side Ceriolowhere observation posts overlook the lagoon. At the moment, from the September 22 to May 10, individual visitors can enter without reservation on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, from 9 h à 16 h ; last access to 14 hThe entrance is by car from the SS Aurelia, at km 148.3, and is not accessible on foot or by bike. From May to September, access is only possible during guided visits by reservation: check the schedule before leaving, as the oasis may close in case of a weather alert or special circumstances. Outside the oasis, the road running along the Ponente lagoon also lets you try to get a view, but observation there is less developed.

In Orbetello, the charm sometimes lies in a simple pink dot in the distance: a small treasure hunt in the landscape, rather than a guaranteed grand spectacle.

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