Krajinski park Kozjansko

Kozjanski Park, the region in the east of Slovenia, is one of the oldest and most extensive protected areas in Slovenia. secured area with status of the regional park It is a mosaic of the pre-Alpine Posavina hills, hills, plains along the Sotla, as well as preserved nature and rich cultural heritage.

Beech forests on Orlica, hill meadows on Vetrnik and Oslica, old orchards on hilly slopes, wetlands along the Sotla, gorges and ravines are the habitats of many plant and animal species, including many rare or threatened. A special feature is given to the Kozjan landscape by the isolated karst, which appears with sinkholes, dry valleys, springs, gullies and karst caves and chasms. The century-old work of man is woven into the preserved nature: mighty castles, ancient churches and pilgrimage centers, medieval squares and typical Kozjan homesteads with carefully cultivated land.

a high level of biodiversity It ranks Kozjanski Park among the most important nature conservation areas in Slovenia and Europe, as the greater part of the park belongs to the European important special protection areas of Natura 2000.

Since 2010, the area of Kozjansko with Obsotelje has boasted status biosphere reserve Under the protection of UNESCO (MAB – Man and Biosphere program, man and biosphere).

Well-maintained footpaths, cycle paths, organized hikes and numerous events with demonstrations of tradition and modern creation connect natural beauty, cultural heritage and people.

The Kozjan apple has become a symbol of the protection of nature, the preservation of heritage and tradition, health and the recognition of the protected area of the Kozjan regional park.