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25 Events in Sardinia for World Wetlands Day

Wetlands such as ponds, lagoons, lakes, rivers, and peatlands form an endless world of aquatic ecosystems. In Sardinia, the call to explore these habitats is open this February with the Sardinian edition of World Wetlands Day. 

In Sardinia, the World Wetlands Day celebrations extend over a month - from January 27 to February 28, 2025 - with 25 events, including walks, workshops, excursions, contests, and cleanup activities. These events highlight the region’s nine internationally recognized RAMSAR wetlands, covering over 13,000 hectares of land that play a critical role in maintaining the Mediterranean ecosystem balance. 

Join the events, participate, and share your experiences with the hashtags #WWDSardegna, #WorldWetlandsDay, #ForWetlands. The MEDSEA Foundation looks forward to hearing your stories and amplifying your impressions of this special day. 

EVENTS CALENDAR:
 

JANUARY 27, 2025 (4:30 PM) 
Online Webinar 
"Wetlands: A Strategic Asset for Italy" 
Organized by: Green Future Project and MEDSEA. Free event on Zoom. 
Info & Registration: Webinar sign-up link on Zoom. 


JANUARY 31, 2025 (9 AM-12 PM) 
Wetlands of Tepilora Park 
Discovering the wetlands of Tepilora Park and "Eye on Feathers" workshop
Meeting point: Posada Nature Trail (9:00 AM-12:00 PM) 
Organized by: CEAS Casa delle Dame of Posada 
Who it's for: reserved for children from Posada kindergarten 
Information and reservations: 3773059522 
 


FEBRUARY 2, 2025 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) 
Porto Liscia Wetland (SS) 
Photo Contest Walk: "Nella Terra di Mezzo" 
Capture the landscapes and biodiversity of the Porto Liscia wetland through your lens. 
Meeting Point: First parking lot at Porto Liscia beach. 
Organized by: Osservatorio Naturalistico Isola di Culuccia. 
Open to: Everyone, free of charge. 
Info & Registration: Tel/WhatsApp 3666345287. 

 

FEBRUARY 2, 2025 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) 
Marceddì Wetland (OR) 
Biodiversity Discovery Walk 
Birdwatching experience with binoculars and scopes provided by Lipu, led by expert natural guides. 
Meeting Point: Museum of the Sea, Marceddì, Terralba. 
Organized by: Lipu Oristano delegation. 
Open to: Everyone, limited to 20 participants. 
Info & Registration: 3487941509. 

 

FEBRUARY 2, 2025 (from 10:00 AM) 
Santa Gilla Lagoon 
"Exploring the Lagoon" 
Flamingo observation lab with binoculars and scopes, guided by CEAS Laguna di Santa Gilla operators, including a visit to the Santa Gilla Lagoon Museum (MuLag). 
Meeting Point: MuLag - Casa Spadaccino, Piazza Sant'Efisio Martire, Capoterra (CA). 
Organized by: CEAS Laguna di Santa Gilla. 
Open to: Everyone, limited spots. 
Fee: €15/adults, €5/children under 12. 
Info & Registration: Tel/WhatsApp 346 2140608, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 


FEBRUARY 2, 2025 (1 PM - 5 PM)
Ex Colonia Marina, Str. 27 Arborea
Explore the Wildlife Exhibition Hall "Forestas" through an informative panel and QR code tour, and embark on a journey to discover objects returned by our sea at the Municipal Environmental Center.
Organized by: Municipality of Arborea, Lipu Oristano
Who is for: Open to everyone, free of charge



FROM FEBRUARY 2 TO 28, 2025 (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM) 
OSALA WETLAND (NU) 
Eco Lab: Multispecies Communities of Osala Wetland 
Available every day in February for a minimum of 3 participants. 
Meeting Point: Ispinigoli Cave parking lot at 10:00 AM, finishing at Osala Beach at 12:00 PM. 
Organized by: Blue & Green Best 
Who it's for: Open to all at €15 per person (free for children under 6). 
Info & Registration: Paolo: 3913732536 (Guide), Maria Lucia: 3497389638 (Guide) 


 

FEBRUARY 2, 9, 16, 23, 2025 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) 
Marceddì Old Tower (Terralba) 
Extraordinary Opening of the Marceddì Old Tower – Wetlands Observatory 
Open every Sunday in February. 
Organized by: Municipality of Terralba 
Who it's for: Open to all, free of charge 
Info & Registration: No registration required 

 

FEBRUARY 4, 2025 (from 9:30 AM) 
CALICH LAGOON (SS) 
Adatta-Menti: Educational Path in Calich Lagoon 
Discover biodiversity, human traces, and the environmental, social, and economic functions of wetland habitats. 
Meeting Point: Birdwatching area parking lot at 9:30 AM. 
Organized by: CEAS Porto Conte, in collaboration with the Porto Conte Regional Park and the Capo Caccia-Isola Piana Marine Protected Area 
Who it's for: Open to two primary school classes (free, reservation required). 
Info & Registration: 079945005 

 

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 (9:30 AM – 11:30 AM) 
Molentargius Saline Regional Natural Park (CA) 
Inauguration of the Environment Mural 
A mural celebrating the beauty of Molentargius Park, created with the participation of the Municipality, OIKOS, artists Retro and Manu Invisible, and Park President Stefano Secci. 
Organized by: Cittadinanza attiva OIKOS A.P.S 
Who it's for: Open to all, free of charge 
Info & Registration: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

 

FEBRUARY 7, 9, 2025 (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM) 
Molentargius Saline Regional Natural Park (CA) 
Park Cleanup 
Route: Margine Rosso roundabout to McDonald’s (excluding sensitive park areas). Waste will be collected, sorted, and removed in collaboration with De Vizia. Equipment provided on-site. 
Organized by: Cittadinanza attiva OIKOS A.P.S 
Who it's for: Open to all, free of charge 
Info & Registration: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 


FEBRUARY 9, 2025 (10:30 AM & 12:00 PM) 
Molentargius Regional Natural Park (CA) 
World Wetlands Day Celebrations 
Dual departure from Cagliari (10:30 AM) and Quartu (10:00 AM). 
Organized by: Molentargius Regional Natural Park and CEAS Molentargius – Città del Sale. Together with A.S.D. I DRAGONAUTI, A.S.D. KARALIS PINK TEAM “DANIELA SECCHI”, AGESCI, ASSOCIAZIONE PARCO MOLENTARGIUS, ASSORAIDER CAGLIARI,  ASSORAIDER QUARTU, BIKAPPA A.S.D., CAI, CIRCOLO KAYAK SARDEGNA LE SALINE, FIAB CAGLIARI, ISTRÙ FORMAZIONE E SVILUPPO, LEGAMBIENTE CAGLIARI, LO KAYAKKO BY ARS MOTORIA SPORTS&LIFE, UNIVERSITÀ DELLA TERZA ETÀ - QUARTU 
Open to: Everyone, free of charge. 
Info & Registration: Parco Infopoint, Tel. 070379191, daily 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM. 
 

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM) 
Corru Mannu Wetland, Arborea (OR) 
Nature Path with Tasting: Corru Mannu Wetland together with MEDSEA
Includes a photography contest to promote and highlight the beauty of Corru Mannu Wetland . 
Organized by: Nieddittas, in collaboration with MEDSEA 
Who it's for: Open to all, paid entry 
Info & Registration: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; Reservations: Percorso Corru Mannu - Nieddittas 

 

FEBRUARY 16, 2025 (8:30 AM – 6:00 PM) 
Sant’Antioco Lagoon and Saline (SU) 
Birdwatching in the Lagoon 
Discover the Gulf of Palmas and visit the Bisso Museum with Chiara Vigo, the last master of bisso art. 
Departure: 8:30 AM, Ospedale Brotzu parking lot, "L’Incontro" Bar. 
Organized by: Yanna, Nature Experiences – L.A.G.A.P. Guides. 
Open to: Everyone. 
Fee: €15/adults, €5/children under 12 (insurance included). 
Info & Registration: Luca: 3491713425, Arianna: 3496494900, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

 

 

FEBRUARY 16, 2025 (7:15 AM – 12:00 PM) 
Museum of the Sea, Marceddì / Terralba 
"Photographing the Wetlands at Dawn" 
Photography outing to explore and capture the beauty of the wetlands. 
Organized by: Afni Sardegna 
Who it's for: Photography enthusiasts, maximum 15 participants 
Info & Registration: 3487941509 

 

FEBRUARY 16 & 22, 2025 (10:00 AM) 
Through the Wetlands of Terralba and Cabras (OR) 
StagninTour: Mountain Bike Excursion and Cultural Lab 
Excursion by mountain bike from Terralba to Cabras, with visits and observations in the waterland communities. 
Start Time: 10:00 AM from Terralba 
Organized by: Gabriele Espis, Sandro Basile. Sinisterrae Cultural Association. Limolo House 56 Green. 
Who it's for: Open to all, 40 km route (asphalt and dirt roads), maximum 10 participants. Reservation required. 
Info & Registration: +393491344519 

 
 
FEBRUARY 23, 2025 (departures at 9:00 AM / 10:00 AM / 12:00 PM)
Santa Gilla Lagoon (CA)
History of ancient lagoon settlements: the Neolithic site of "Cuccuru Ibba", with departure from the Tecnocasic waste-to-energy plant parking lot, Strada Consortile di Macchiareddu, near CACIP
Organized by: Amici di Sardegna and Amici della Laguna
Who's for: Open to everyone with a voluntary contribution
Info & Reservations: +39 3383187899 | Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.


FEBRUARY 23, 2025 (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM) 
Corru Mannu Wetland, Arborea (OR) 
Nature Path and Tasting: Corru Mannu Wetland 
Includes a photography contest to promote and highlight the beauty of Corru Mannu Wetland. 
Organized by: Nieddittas, in collaboration with the MEDSEA Foundation 
Who it's for: Open to all, paid entry 
Info & Registration: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.l Reservations: Percorso Corru Mannu - Nieddittas 

 

FEBRUARY 23-24, 2025 
Cantina Contini 1898, Via Genova 48, Cabras (OR) 
Open Day and visits to the winery with aperitivo, reserved for tourism and restaurant sector operators in Sardinia to strengthen ties with local wetland producers. 
Organized by: Cantina Contini 1898. 
Open to: Travel agencies, tour operators, restaurateurs, wine shops, guides, and hotels. 
Info & Registration: www.vinicontini.com/esperienze. 

 

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 
Tepilora Regional Natural Park (NU) 
Creative Workshop for Children 
A hands-on workshop for creating masks inspired by the bird species found in the Tepilora Park, especially those inhabiting its wetlands. 
Organized by: Ceas Montalbo Lodè 
Who it's for: Children and school-aged youth 
Info & Registration: 3401529566 


FEBRUARY 28, 2025 (4 SESSIONS: 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 3:00 PM, 4:30 PM) 
Cabras Wetland (OR) 
Discoveries and Archaeological Explorations in the Cabras Lagoon 
Meet at the Museum parking lot for a guided presentation on archaeological research along the lagoon shores, followed by a visit to the Cabras Museum. 
Organized by: Fondazione Mont’e Prama 
Who it's for: Open to all, museum ticket purchase required (rates and discounts available at monteprama.it). 
Info & Registration: 0783.290636 / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

 

(Dates and times may be subject to change. Please confirm with the contacts listed under "Info.") 

WHAT IS WORLD WETLANDS DAY?

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Foto Nieddittas / Lipu 

Celebrated annually on February 2, World Wetlands Day raises awareness about the importance of wetlands for the planet and humanity. It marks the anniversary of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, signed in Ramsar, Iran, in 1971. 

The theme for 2025, "Protecting wetlands for our common future", emphasizes the urgency of preserving these ecosystems, which are critical for climate change mitigation, CO2 storage, and flood water absorption. Sardinia, with its 9 RAMSAR sites covering 17% of Italy’s wetland area, stands out as a leader in wetland conservation efforts. 

Over 64% of the world’s wetlands have been degraded or lost in the past century. World Wetlands Day is a call to action for their protection, underscoring their environmental, economic, and cultural importance. 

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