Free hikes in the Reserve and visits to the Nature Museum
The Nature Reserve is perfect to be enjoyed in springtime. In April, May and June hiking enthusiasts can take advantage of the good weather conditions to explore the protected area as well as to visit the Lorenzo Mannozzi Torini nature museum in the village of Furlo. Hiking to scenic spots on Monte Pietralata and Monte Paganuccio is easy thanks to maps and information provided by the Reserve’s visitor centre. There is free entrance to the visitor centre and to the attached nature museum in the village of Furlo di Acqualagna. Opening times: Monday-Friday 9.00 – 13.00; Saturday and Sunday 9.00 -13.00 and 14.00 – 18.00. Phone: 0721-700041. E-mail: riservafurlo@provincia.ps.it
Visits to Lorenzo Mannozzi Torini nature museum. The renewed museum hosts a large collection of stuffed animals, rocks and fossils. An interactive software transports visitors back in time millions of years on a journey to discover Gola del Furlo’s geological and anthropological history. An observation system has been established to allow visitors admire the eyrie of the golden eagle, built on the crags of Monte Paganuccio.
Hikes in the Nature Reserve by the free maps. The Nature Reserve visitor centre provides free maps and information in English to help visitors discover nature and history of the Reserve. Hikes in the Reserve are free and vary from short strolls in the area of the roman tunnels and of the romanesque abbey to more challenging walks to the mountain summits from where it is possible to enjoy awe-inspiring sights over the Apennines.
