Wildlife in Vicenza: Foxes, Winter Birds and the Autumn & Winter Nature Calendar 2026

FIND YOUR STORY

A · An old airport where roe deer now roam ↓

B · Almost 200 bird species in a former clay quarry ↓

C · The new birdwatching hides at Lago di Fimon ↓

D · Winter walks and a waterside café at Dueville ↓

E · October and November: meet the mountain mammals ↓

F · December to February: your winter wildlife calendar ↓

G · Plan your wildlife visit ↓

H · Wildlife watching FAQs ↓

A · An old airport where roe deer now roam ↓

Parco della Pace · Vicenza

The former Dal Molin airport has become a 63 hectare public park with wetlands, meadows, woodland, more than eight kilometres of paths and nine kilometres of waterways.

The City of Vicenza records roe deer, hares, herons, egrets, cormorants and black winged stilts among the wildlife living in or visiting its different habitats. [1]

In July 2026, the project won first prize at the European Garden Award in the category for climate adaptation in parks and gardens. The winning design involved landscape studios PAN Associati and EMF Paisatge. [2]

Take a daytime walk along the canals and wetland paths, with binoculars for waterbirds. Wildlife sightings depend on the animals and the season.

Access: Free public park, with monthly opening hours. Closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Entrance: Strada Sant'Antonino 59, Vicenza.

B · Almost 200 bird species in a former clay quarry ↓

WWF Oasi degli Stagni di Casale · Vicenza

At the eastern edge of Vicenza, an abandoned clay quarry has become a 24 hectare wetland with reed beds, ponds and observation hides.

According to WWF, almost 200 bird species have been recorded here. The list includes kingfishers, herons, little bitterns, water rails and seasonal migratory birds.

European pond turtles, newts and Lataste's frogs are among the other animals associated with these protected habitats. [3]

Autumn is an important migration period, with birds using the wetlands to rest and feed on their journeys south.

 

C · The new birdwatching hides at Lago di Fimon ↓

Lago di Fimon · Arcugnano

The lake in the Berici Hills has acquired two new birdwatching stations, one on its northern side and one on its southern side.

Completed in 2026 by the Province of Vicenza, the observation points were designed to allow people to watch the lake's birds without disturbing their habitats. The southern station has an accessible walkway. [4]

The same conservation project created an underpass to protect toads crossing the road during their seasonal migration.

Lago di Fimon is a good place to photograph waterbirds, explore reed beds and watch the changing winter landscape.

Access: Public lakeside paths and designated birdwatching areas, subject to local access restrictions.

When: Throughout autumn and winter. Amphibian movements depend on seasonal conditions and usually become more relevant towards spring.

Discover Lago di Fimon on Via Vicenza.

D · Winter walks and a waterside café at Dueville ↓

Risorgive del Bacchiglione · Dueville

At Dueville, springs and waterways feed a protected wetland belonging to the European Natura 2000 network.

The site has a freely accessible recreational area and a conservation area that visitors can enter with authorised guides. The guided visits introduce the habitats and the birds that use them. [5]

There is also a small café within the reserve, with refreshments available during its published opening hours.

Access: Area A is free.

Guided wildlife visits: Area B, available by reservation throughout the year, including Sundays and prearranged group visits.

Address: Via Bissolati 7, Dueville.

E · October and November: meet the mountain mammals ↓

Museo Naturalistico Patrizio Rigoni · Asiago

The museum introduces the animals of Vicenza's mountain forests through detailed natural history displays.

Its habitats include the spruce forests of the capercaillie and black woodpecker, mixed woods with dormice and owls, and higher mountain environments inhabited by eagles and ptarmigan. [6]

The autumn 2026 programme includes these confirmed activities. [7]

31 October · 6 pm

Halloween at the Natural History Museum, a themed workshop for children aged seven and above.

1 November · 10 am

M'ammiferi 4.0, a family nature excursion devoted to mammals.

1 November · 3 pm

Zampe, Pelo e Fantasia, a creative wildlife workshop for children.

8 November · 10.30 am

A further Zampe, Pelo e Fantasia session, recommended for children aged five and above.

15, 22 and 29 November · 10 am

Rugiada, Matite e Racconti, mixed media nature drawing workshops with artist Riccardo Saracini.

The museum experiences are educational activities, while the organised excursion takes place outdoors. The programme does not promise sightings of particular wild animals.

Booking: Museo Naturalistico Patrizio Rigoni, +39 0424 600256, info@museonaturalisticoasiago.it.

F · December to February: your winter wildlife calendar ↓

Until 19 December 2026 · WWF Stagni di Casale

The final opportunity in 2026 to visit the WWF wetland before its scheduled winter closure. The protected oasis is due to reopen on the first weekend of March 2027. [3]

Every Sunday in December 2026 · Risorgive del Bacchiglione

Guided visits to the reserve's Area B remain available by reservation, with the timing and availability confirmed by the operator. [5]

January 2027 · Parco della Pace and Lago di Fimon

Self guided daytime birdwatching remains possible at both sites, subject to opening hours and weather conditions.

January and February 2027 · Risorgive del Bacchiglione

The protected wetland continues to offer guided visits during winter. The recreational area and refreshment point have seasonal opening hours. [5]

February 2027 · Asiago mountain forests

Winter walks can reveal animal tracks in suitable snow conditions. The CAI Asiago publishes guidance for mountain routes and snowshoeing, but individual wildlife excursions and guide availability must be arranged separately. [8]

The January and February entries refer to accessible nature experiences. No specific public wildlife workshop dates for those months have yet been confirmed.

G · Plan your wildlife visit ↓

PARCO DELLA PACE

Strada Sant'Antonino 59, Vicenza.

Free admission, during park opening hours.

Municipal environment office: +39 0444 221580.

WWF OASI DEGLI STAGNI DI CASALE

Via Zamenhof, Vicenza.

Email: stagnicasale@wwf.it

Book group visits in advance.

LAGO DI FIMON

Arcugnano, province of Vicenza.

Public lake paths and birdwatching stations.

RISORGIVE DEL BACCHIGLIONE

Via Bissolati 7, Dueville.

Phone: +39 0445 641606

Email: info@risorgivedelbacchiglione.it

MUSEO NATURALISTICO PATRIZIO RIGONI

Viale della Vittoria 1, Asiago.

Phone: +39 0424 600256

Email: info@museonaturalisticoasiago.it

For photography: Bring binoculars or a telephoto lens. Remain on marked paths, respect the hides and maintain distance from animals and nesting areas.

H · Wildlife watching FAQs ↓

Where can you go birdwatching in Vicenza?

WWF Stagni di Casale and Parco della Pace are both within the municipality of Vicenza. Lago di Fimon in Arcugnano and Risorgive del Bacchiglione in Dueville offer further wetland habitats and dedicated visitor facilities.

Can you see wild animals in Vicenza city?

Yes. The municipality records roe deer, hares and numerous wetland bird species at Parco della Pace. Wild animals move freely, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Are there wildlife activities in Vicenza during winter?

Yes. Risorgive del Bacchiglione offers guided visits throughout the year, while Lago di Fimon and Parco della Pace remain accessible subject to weather and local opening hours. The WWF oasis closes from 20 December through February.