Salini National Park brings together recreation, conservation and natural heritage within one of the most distinctive environments in the north of Malta.

Situated at the southern tip of Qawra, the park covers approximately 49,000 square metres of natural landscape and sculptured terraces. It was designed to provide an open recreational space for the public while respecting the rural and environmental character of the surrounding area.

More than 12,000 indigenous trees have been planted across the park, including Aleppo pine, Mediterranean oak, bay laurel, myrtle, lentisk, olive, pomegranate and chaste trees. Planted as part of the 34U campaign, they contribute to both the ecological value and the landscape of the area.

The park’s traditional character is complemented by long stretches of rubble walls, while visitors can also make use of recreational facilities including playgrounds, outdoor fitness equipment, picnic tables, a cafeteria, public toilets and parking. Ambjent Malta has direct responsibility for the management of Salini National Park.

Salini, however, forms part of a much wider area of environmental importance. The Salina Nature Reserve, located within the limits of St Paul’s Bay, comprises approximately 154,000 square metres of saline marshland. Originally a harbour, the area also includes a number of historic salt pans built on reclaimed land.

Together with Simar, Salini forms part of two NATURA 2000 sites managed by BirdLife Malta in collaboration with Ambjent Malta. These saltmarsh environments represent a rare habitat within the Maltese Islands and provide an important safe haven for both resident and migratory birds.

Through national funding and ongoing conservation measures, Ambjent Malta supports the protection and improvement of these environmentally sensitive areas. This work helps ensure that Salini remains a place where people can enjoy nature while safeguarding its habitats, landscape and biodiversity for future generations.