Aveto Park Visitor Centre
The Rezzoaglio Visitor Center: Gateway to the Val d’Aveto
In the heart of Val d’Aveto, the Rezzoaglio Visitor Center serves as a bridge between the Park and the local community, offering direct contact with the nature and geological history of the area. The exhibition uses models and informational panels to explain the formation of the Ligurian Apennines, the unique local rock formations, and the habitats that host protected species, making the complexity of this mountainous environment accessible to all visitors.
A Sensory Journey into Nature
One of the center’s most captivating features is the “night corridor”, a sensory installation that allows visitors to hear the calls of wild animals and glimpse their silhouettes in the dark. This immersive experience brings the local wildlife to life, making the delicate balance between humans and nature tangible.
The Wolf and Human Coexistence
A special section is dedicated to the wolf, a “satellite” exhibition of the Rondanina Wolf Museum, which explores the predator’s biology and monitoring techniques. Particular attention is given to the coexistence between wolves and livestock, illustrating protection systems for herds as a concrete example of sustainable land management.
Ancient Treasure: The Subfossil Tree Trunk
The center also houses a remarkable artifact: a subfossil white fir trunk around 4,000 years old, recovered during excavations at the Mogge di Ertola site. Displayed in a dedicated case, the trunk testifies to the valley’s long natural history, linking the present to ancient eras.
Humans and Landscape: History and Trails
The exhibition concludes by examining how humans have shaped the landscape through agriculture and forest use. In addition to the exhibition halls, the center provides maps and technical information on hiking trails to the peaks and glacial lakes, equipping visitors with the tools for a mindful exploration of the territory and its delicate ecological balance.
Trekking and cycling routes that may interest you
Itineraries of different durations and suitable for every taste and level of preparation, to discover the most beautiful and evocative places and panoramas of the Ligurian Tigullio.
Local experiences that might interest you
Let yourself be guided and be surprised by the hidden treasures that the Ligurian Tigullio area is capable of offering you in every season.
Sport
Hiking routes, climbing, mountain biking and much more… Choose the sport in contact with nature that’s right for you!
Culture
Shows, Theatre, Music, Food and Wine, Reading… Experience the cultural and artistic proposals, immersed in the Ligurian landscape.
Nature
Geology, bird watching, nature engineering and other initiatives, to cultivate awareness and responsibility for environmental issues.
More heritage that may interest you
Catalog of the tangible and intangible heritage, a precious resource of the Tigullio for community building and local development.
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Preserve the history and traditions of the Ligurian Tigullio area and keep them alive for future generations.