The park's dolphin lagoon was designed to replicate the Adriatic coast's specific biodiversity.
The 'Darwin' exhibit recreates the Cretaceous period, specifically focusing on the vegetation of the era.
Oltremare manages an active rescue and recovery center for sea turtles found in the northern Adriatic.
The park's design intentionally minimizes physical barriers between visitors and the natural exhibits.
It hosts a flight demonstration area featuring raptors such as Harris's hawks and eagles.
The 'Pianeta Terra' multimedia theater uses a 360-degree projection screen to simulate planetary evolution.
The park utilizes advanced filtration systems to maintain the high-salinity environment for its marine residents.
Oltremare is a thematic nature park in Riccione centered on marine life, environmental education, and geological history. The park houses the largest dolphin lagoon in Europe, holding nine million liters of salt water. The facility focuses on conservation through interactive educational programs, including the 'Dolphin Experience' and various avian demonstrations. It features a reconstructed Po Delta environment, providing a habitat for diverse local fauna. The 'Pianeta Terra' area utilizes sensory exhibits and multimedia displays to illustrate the evolutionary history of the planet. Another key section, 'Darwin,' is a large greenhouse recreating a prehistoric environment with fossils and ancient plant species. The park is integrated with the Aquafàn water park on the same hillside complex. Its layout is designed to encourage pedestrian exploration through distinct climatic and biological zones. It remains a primary center in Italy for the study and rehabilitation of stranded sea turtles.
The viewing glass of the dolphin lagoon, which provides an underwater perspective of the animals.
Download the park map in advance to coordinate your arrival with the live dolphin and bird demonstrations.
Bring a hat and sunscreen, as most of the pathways and viewing areas are outdoors and exposed to direct sun.
Check the daily program schedule upon entry, as demonstration times change based on weather and animal health.
Do not attempt to feed any animals unless explicitly directed by a park trainer during a scheduled interactive program.
The park typically operates from late spring through mid-autumn; it is closed during the winter months.
Avoid loud noises or sudden movements near animal enclosures to prevent stressing the wildlife.
