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Bocca d'Ombrone: Where River Meets Sea

Where the Ombrone River embraces the Tyrrhenian Sea, a natural haven in Tuscany's Maremma Regional Park. Birdwatching paradise!

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Bocca d'Ombrone marks the spot where the Ombrone River flows into the Tyrrhenian Sea, within the Maremma Regional Park in Tuscany. This unique delta area is a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, offering a blend of river, marsh, and coastal landscapes.

A brief summary to Bocca d'Ombrone

  • Unnamed Road, Grosseto, Province of Grosseto, 58100, IT

Local tips

  • Bring binoculars for optimal birdwatching, especially during migration seasons.
  • Wear comfortable shoes for walking on trails and potentially uneven terrain.
  • Visit during the off-season (spring or autumn) to avoid crowds and enjoy milder temperatures.
  • Check the Maremma Regional Park website for trail closures, especially during summer due to fire risk.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    Bocca d'Ombrone is accessible via the A7 trail from the Parco Naturale della Maremma visitor center near Alberese. From the visitor center, follow the signs for Marina di Alberese. The A7 trail begins a short distance before reaching Marina di Alberese. The walk to Bocca d'Ombrone is approximately 5.6 km (about 3.5 miles) and is mostly flat. The trail is well-marked and offers views of the Ombrone plain. There is a small fee to enter the Maremma Regional Park: approximately €5 for adults and €2 for children (ages 6-14).

  • Public Transport

    To reach the Parco Naturale della Maremma visitor center from Grosseto, take the bus line 29F operated by Tiemme Toscana. The bus departs from Grosseto train station and stops near the park's visitor center in Alberese. From the visitor center, follow the walking directions to Bocca d'Ombrone. A single bus ticket costs around €2-€3. Check the Tiemme Toscana website for the most up-to-date schedule and fares.

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Bocca d'Ombrone, located in the municipality of Grosseto, is where the Ombrone River meets the Tyrrhenian Sea, forming a cuspate delta. The area is a designated Site of Community Importance and lies within the Maremma Regional Park. The Ombrone River, the second longest in Tuscany, carries sediments from the Chianti hills and Crete Senesi, shaping the landscape of the Maremma plain. To the north of Bocca d'Ombrone lies the Padule della Trappola, a wetland area, while the Grand Ducal Pine Forest extends to the south, the result of 18th-century canalization works commissioned by the House of Lorraine. Near the river's mouth stands the Casello Idraulico, a hydraulic control station, which is a prime spot for birdwatching, as numerous migratory birds overwinter in this area. The A7 trail in Maremma Regional Park leads to Bocca d'Ombrone, offering panoramic views of the Ombrone plain and the dynamic interaction between land and sea. The area showcases the Maremma of the past, with its low-lying vegetation and occasional Maremmana cattle. The river's muddy waters meet the open sea, depositing sediments that coastal currents distribute along the beaches.

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