Nazzano Tevere-Farfa Regional Nature Reserve – Lazio: calm waters, reflected skies and living nature along the river. The Nazzano Tevere-Farfa Regional Nature Reserve is located north of Rome, in the heart of Sabina, between the municipalities of Nazzano, Torrita Tiberina and Montopoli di Sabina. Established in 1979, it was the first protected area in Lazio and protects a stretch of the Tiber river where the river environment has been transformed into a natural lake thanks to the Nazzano dam, creating an oasis rich in life. 🌊 Slow waters and reflected landscapes: The presence of the dam has slowed down the course of the river, transforming the landscape into a sequence of bodies of water, reeds and islets. The riparian vegetation develops luxuriantly, while the surface reflects changing skies, flocks in flight and the profile of the Sabine hills. 👉 Tip: Walk the Nature Trail along the banks of the Tiber: a flat itinerary suitable for everyone, with huts for wildlife observation and shaded rest areas. 🦆 Migratory birdlife and birdwatching: The reserve is a strategic point for migratory birds: grey herons, night herons, great crested grebes, coots, cormorants, black-winged stilts and many other species populate the waters, reeds and banks. It is one of the best places in Lazio for birdwatching, thanks to the presence of well-placed turrets and observatories. 👉 Tip: Bring binoculars or take a guided tour with the reserve's operators – you can recognize even the less common species with the help of experts. 🚣 Water experiences and gentle sailing: The river stretch is navigable by electric boats, canoes and small boats. Excursions on the river offer a privileged point of view: silent, immersive, environmentally friendly. Water becomes a way of discovery and observation. 👉 Tip: Book a trip on the ecological boat "Re del Tevere" from Nazzano: ideal for families, photographers and those who want to discover the reserve from inside the water. 🌿 Biodiversity and river habitats: In addition to birds, the reserve is home to badgers, porcupines, foxes, frogs, dragonflies and a typical wetland flora: willows, poplars, marsh reeds, water lilies and aquatic flowers. The ecosystems follow one another gradually, creating a mosaic in balance. 👉 Tip: Visit the reserve in spring or autumn: the environmental conditions are ideal for observing blooms and migratory behaviors. 📍 An oasis between nature and culture: The proximity to villages such as Nazzano, Torrita Tiberina and Montopoli allows you to combine the excursion with a walk through alleys, medieval towers, typical products and panoramic points over the Tiber valley. A complete experience, between slowness, nature and hospitality. 👉 Tip: After the hike, stop in Nazzano to taste the local oil and bread in a small trattoria overlooking the valley: a simple flavor that tells the story of the territory. Nazzano Tevere-Farfa is a liquid break in the heart of Lazio. Here the river slows down, nature expands and the gaze rests on the slow rhythm of the water and the sky.