White Carpathians Protected Landscape Area
Chráněná krajinná oblast Bílé Karpaty
A vast protected area in the Czech Republic, renowned for its unique biodiversity, particularly its flower-rich meadows which are among the most diverse in Europe and home to dozens of orchid species. The landscape reflects a long history of harmonious coexistence between people and nature.

🌸 A unique protected landscape area shaped by human activity and nature.
🌿 Renowned for Europe's most biodiverse flower-rich meadows, home to dozens of orchid species.

Why Go

🌼 Explore stunning flower-rich meadows with solitary oak trees
🦋 Discover diverse insect species and rare orchids
🌳 Hike through oak-hornbeam groves and mountain beech forests
🍎 See traditional small fields and orchards with old fruit varieties

🚶‍♀️Hiking

🏞️ Bělokarpatskými loukami (Through the White Carpathian Meadows): A 15 km trail to experience the flowering meadows.
⛰️ Velká Javořina: A 13 km ascent to the highest peak, offering wide views.
🚶‍♂️ Trek skrz Bílé Karpaty (Trek through the White Carpathians): A 115 km long-distance trail across the entire region.

ℹ️ Services

📍 Information Center: Located in Veselí nad Moravou, providing info on natural points of interest, attractions, and events.
📚 Programs for Schools: Environmental education available from White Carpathians Educational and Information Center and Veronica Center Hostětín.

🏛️ Managed By

The White Carpathians Protected Landscape Area is managed by the Administration (Správa CHKO Bílé Karpaty).

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natureprotected areahikingoutdoorsmountainsbiodiversitynature reserveecotourism