Arboretum Sofronka
Parking available
Wheelchair accessible
Arboretum Sofronka, established in 1956 in Plzeň, is a research and educational facility known for one of Eurasia's largest pine collections (over 60 species) and diverse forest pedagogy programs, offering free admission year-round. It also features a fallow deer enclosure and a bee educational trail.

📜 Established in 1956, Arboretum Sofronka in Plzeň is a unique research and educational facility.
🔍 It features one of Eurasia's largest pine collections (over 60 species) and diverse forest pedagogy programs.

Why Go

🌳 Explore one of Eurasia's largest pine collections, featuring over 60 species.
👩‍🏫 Engage in forest pedagogy, outdoor lessons, and learn about wood properties.
🦌 Observe fallow deer in their enclosure from two observation points.
🐝 Discover an educational trail on bees and beekeeping, with a functional glass beehive and apitherapy dome.

Why Avoid

🚶‍♀️ Accessible only on foot from nearby public transport stops.

Tips

🔥 Designated fire pits are available for grilling.
♿ Main paths are accessible for strollers and wheelchairs.
🐕 Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a leash.

Cost

💰 Free admission.

Hours

🕒 Arboretum open year-round. Monday-Friday 9:00-16:00 (April-October Mondays until 17:30); First Sunday of month 10:00-16:00. Log cabin open April-October, weekends and holidays 10:00-17:00.

🅿️ Parking

Available near Plzeň-Bolevec train station/tram stop, or Třemošenský/Kamenný ponds.