📜 Arboretum Sofronka, established in 1956 in Plzeň, is a unique research and educational facility boasting one of Eurasia's largest collections of pine species. Now managed by the City of Plzeň, it focuses on forest pedagogy and public engagement.
🔍 It houses 61 pine species, with 16 thriving and naturally regenerating, and also hosts a meteorological station.
☀️ Unique Pine Collection: Explore one of Eurasia's largest collections, featuring 61 pine species from around the world.
🌳 Educational Programs: Engage in forest pedagogy, outdoor lessons in the "sand classroom," and learn about wood properties at the "stromofon."
🦌 Wildlife Observation: Observe fallow deer in their enclosure from two dedicated observation points.
🐝 Bee Trail: Discover an educational trail on bees and beekeeping, complete with a functional glass beehive and an "apidomek" for apitherapy.
💧 Pond Ecosystems: Explore two ponds, Rozkopaný and Vydymáček, featuring a wooden boardwalk for wetland observation and a "haltýř" for studying fish.
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Activities: Children can enjoy the "kládiště" (log climbing structure) and participate in special programs.
🎶 Special Events: Attend accompanying programs like guided walks, mycological counseling, bird of prey demonstrations, and "Bee Days" with expert lectures.
⚠️ Limited Public Access: Generally open only on weekdays; weekend access is primarily during special events like "Open Garden Weekend."
🚶♀️ Pedestrian Access Only: The arboretum is accessible only on foot from nearby public transport stops.
🎟️ Entry fees:
Free admission.
🚗 Parking: Available at ČD Plzeň - Bolevec train station, a 4-minute walk away.
🚌 Public Transport: 4-minute walk from ČD Plzeň - Bolevec train station, or a 7-minute walk from the tram line 1 terminus - Bolevec.
🤝 Operating Organization: Statutární město Plzeň (Statutory City of Plzeň) via Správa veřejného statku města Plzně.
Website: www.sofronka.cz