Just 40 minutes from Milan, the La Fagiana Controlled Nature Reserve awaits you, a true green gem in the heart of the Ticino Park. Once a hunting reserve, it is now an oasis of biodiversity where the Ticino River has created a unique landscape of forests, clear waters, and wildlife.

Accompanied by an AIGAE-certified naturalist guide, you will walk an 8-kilometer (5-mile) loop trail through quiet paths, past tracks left by wild boar and roe deer, and amid the flight of over a hundred species of birds. During the hike, you will discover the spring waters, the forests that change colour with each season, and the stories of the creatures that inhabit them.

A picnic lunch on the Ticino River beach will provide an opportunity to relax, observe the birdlife, and enjoy the riverside scenery. The experience concludes with a visit to the aviaries at the Wildlife Recovery Centre, where you will learn how to coexist with wild animals in a respectful manner.

The route is easy and suitable for everyone, including families with children. This is the perfect excursion for those looking to recharge in nature without venturing too far from the city.