The park is managed by Salvambiente, a volunteer-based organization dedicated to environmental preservation in the Naviglio area.
It sits on a formerly underutilized site that was converted into a park to prevent industrial or residential encroachment.
The park design focuses on phytodepuration and ecological restoration, utilizing specific plant species to improve local soil and air quality.
It connects directly to the Naviglio Grande towpath, creating a continuous green route for non-motorized transport.
The area is monitored by local volunteers who maintain the trails and manage the invasive species control programs.
Parco del Centenario is a protected urban park in Trezzano sul Naviglio, managed by the local environmental association Salvambiente. It serves as a significant ecological corridor connecting suburban residential areas with the agricultural landscape of the Naviglio Grande. The park features diverse vegetation native to the Lombardy plain, designed to support local biodiversity. Extensive walking and cycling paths traverse the area, linking to the wider regional greenway network. The park was established to reclaim land for public use and provide a buffer zone against urban sprawl. It is primarily utilized by residents for daily outdoor exercise and recreation. The site includes designated zones for community events and environmental education programs. It functions as a managed green space rather than a manicured formal garden, emphasizing wilder, naturalistic landscaping.
The raised bridge path overlooking the canal-side vegetation during the golden hour.
Bring insect repellent during summer months as the proximity to the Naviglio canal can increase mosquito activity.
Utilize the connecting bike paths to combine your visit with a longer ride along the Naviglio Grande canal.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes as some paths are gravel or unpaved.
Do not attempt to swim in the adjacent canal as currents are strong and it is not intended for recreational water use.
Stay on marked trails to protect native flora and keep dogs on a leash at all times.
