The park occupies a strategic location at the confluence of the Stura di Lanzo and Dora Riparia rivers.
It covers approximately 45 hectares of land, making it one of the larger green lungs in the Vanchiglietta area.
The park's design is heavily influenced by the ecological requirements of the surrounding riverbank environment.
It serves as a primary hub for urban cycling, connecting directly to the cycling paths that track the rivers.
Parco Pietro Colletta is a 45-hectare urban park located at the confluence of the Dora Riparia and Stura di Lanzo rivers in Turin. The park serves as a green corridor within the Vanchiglietta district, featuring extensive cycling paths and pedestrian walkways. Its topography includes wide grassy plains suitable for picnics and mature tree groves providing significant canopy cover. The park was redeveloped to improve ecological connectivity and recreational access along the riverbanks. It serves as a vital transition zone between the city center and the northern periphery. Visitors can utilize designated sports fields and open recreational spaces distributed across its landscape. The area is integrated into Turin's broader river park network, facilitating long-distance cycling routes.
The pedestrian bridge overlooking the confluence of the two rivers.
Bring a portable picnic blanket as the grassy areas are extensive and well-maintained.
The park is highly exposed to the sun in the central fields; choose the riverside groves for natural shade.
Cyclists should remain on the marked paths to avoid conflicts with pedestrians in high-traffic zones.
Visiting after heavy rainfall, as the river-adjacent pathways can become muddy or experience temporary runoff closure.
Respect noise levels during weekends; dispose of waste in provided bins to maintain the ecological health of the river corridor.
