Parco Regionale Appia Antica – Area ex Cartiera Latina
Via Appia Antica 42, Rome, Italy
Parco Regionale Appia Antica – Area ex Cartiera Latina Regional Park
The Ex Cartiera Latina area is part of the Appia Antica Regional Park, a historic and natural green space in Rome. Covering approximately 22,000 m², it combines cultural heritage, ecological conservation, and educational activities. The park includes trees, a small wood, and the Almone River, an ancient sacred Roman waterway. The space is actively used for environmental education, workshops, and community engagement, managed by the Ente Parco Regionale Appia Antica and in collaboration with the Hortus Urbis association.
PARK INFO
- Access: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Type of Park: Regional Park
- Size: 22,000 m² m²
- Governance: Managed by Ente Parco Regionale Appia Antica
- Location Context: Within the city of Rome along Via Appia Antica
Accessibility & Facilities
- Two drinking fountains (Via Appia 50 entrance and picnic area) + one at Scott Park
- Covered spaces: conference, exhibition, meeting rooms (contact Administration for use)
- Paths and facilities accessible to people with reduced mobility
- Internal dedicated parking available
Protection Status
- Part of Appia Antica Regional Park, protected under Italian regional law
- Managed for heritage conservation, biodiversity, and public education
Educational & Community Value
Educational Activities:
- Environmental & Cultural Education:
- Educational Garden managed by Hortus Urbis association
- Workshops: paper, bees, archaeology
- Spaces for learning: library, Stazzo del Pastore (reconstructed shepherds’ area), exhibition halls
- Outdoor educational activities for children and young people
Community & Recreation:
- Picnic areas and benches for public use
- Cultural and environmental learning integrated with historic heritage
Biodiversity & Natural Features
Flora:
- Lowland forest remnants (restricted access)
- Cork oaks, holm oaks, poplars, laurel trees
Fauna:
- Water birds, such as herons
- Woodpeckers
- Pollinating insects
Ecological Importance:
- Green space within Rome providing biodiversity and ecosystem services
- Supports small-scale urban wildlife and native vegetation
Map of the park
Here’s a map of Parco Regionale Appia Antica – Area ex Cartiera Latina. Use it to plan your trip to make sure you don’t miss anything
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