Position Smečno within Central Bohemia's wider woodland and monument protected network

Smečenská rokle Natural Monument: Geological Gorge and Protected Landscape

Geological cross section in the Central Bohemian Region

Smečenská rokle is a compact natural monument featuring a deep erosional canyon cut into the marlstone plateau. The site offers a detailed stratigraphic view of Bohemian Cretaceous Basin sediments while preserving rare patches of scree and ravine forest within the broader agricultural environment of Central Bohemia.

Area

0.062 km²

Established

1987

IUCN

III

Relief

Upland

Vinařická hora Natural Monument: A Volcanic Geography and Protected Terrain Study

Key protected area and geological landmark in the Středočeský kraj region.

Vinařická hora is a compact, asymmetric hill serving as a vital natural monument for the study of Tertiary volcanic processes and dry-slope plant communities. Its abandoned quarries provide a clear stratigraphic record of ash and lava, while its summit offers panoramic views across the central Bohemian plateau. This site represents a convergence of deep geological history and specialized modern habitat preservation.

Area

0.684 km²

Established

1985

IUCN

III

Relief

Upland

Slánská hora Natural Monument: Volcanic Geography and Protected Hilltop Terrain in Central Bohemia

Detailed geological mapping of a Tertiary volcanic outlier and historic monument

Slánská hora functions as a significant geological landmark where basaltic vent remnants meet centuries of human history. This natural monument offers a window into the volcanic processes of the region through exposed columnar basalt and rock fissures. The site serves as a vital protected area, balancing remnants of warm-loving steppe vegetation and deciduous forest with the legacy of former quarries and ancient archaeological strata atop the Slaný ridge.

Area

0.022 km²

Established

1998

IUCN

III

Relief

Mountain

Na Pilavě Nature Reserve: A Detailed Botanical Atlas of the Středočeský kraj Landscape

Mapping protected orchid habitats and forest flora in the Džbán highland.

Na Pilavě is a specialized nature reserve in the Kladno District, valued for its dense concentration of rare woodland orchids and the critically endangered black false hellebore. Set within the forested slopes of the Pilavské údolí, this protected area serves as a vital refuge for thermophilic plant communities and ancient deciduous forest flora.

Area

0.031 km²

Established

1969

IUCN

IV

Relief

Upland

Na Novém rybníce Natural Monument: Wetland Geography and Protected Area Atlas

A diverse protected mosaic of meadows and pond basins

Examine the detailed landscape of Na Novém rybníce, an ecologically rich natural monument in the Středočeský kraj. This protected area showcases a compact assemblage of pond, reed marsh, and rare fen meadow vegetation that illustrates the unique character of lowland Bohemian wetlands.

Area

0.054 km²

Established

1990

IUCN

III

Relief

Lowland

Smradovna Natural Monument: Geography and Protected Habitats in Central Bohemia

A protected stream valley system within the Stredocesky kraj region.

Smradovna preserves a unique concentration of lowland habitats, including calcareous beech forests and rare alkaline fens. This protected natural monument, located near Bilichov, is defined by its characteristic travertine springs and continuous stream-corridor ecosystem. Gain insight into the regional geography and botanical significance of this tightly knit protected landscape through our structured mapping and data.

Area

1.556 km²

Established

2014

IUCN

IV

Relief

Upland

Markův mlýn Natural Monument: Exploring the Geography and Protected Flora of Central Bohemia

A rare botanical reserve featuring unique rock-steppe plant communities

Markův mlýn is a protected natural monument situated in the Středočeský kraj region, characterized by its rare combination of dry, thin-soil hillside meadows and stream-influenced valley terrain. The area serves as a critical habitat for specialized steppe flora, including the protected Bohemian pasqueflower. This record offers a detailed look at the site's compact geography and the specific environmental conditions that sustain its unusual plant communities.

Area

0.001 km²

Established

1987

IUCN

III

Relief

Lowland

V hlubokém Natural Monument: Protected Calcareous Landscapes and Terrain in Ústecký kraj

A study of rare sesleria grasslands and opuka slope geography

V hlubokém serves as a significant protected site in the Czech Republic, encompassing twenty hectares of hillside defined by soft calcareous opuka rock. This natural monument is recognized for its rare sesleria grasslands and thermophilic plant assemblages that contrast with the surrounding woodland. The protected area forms a critical link in the broader geography of the Débeř valley, offering a clear example of localized botanical diversity supported by unique alkaline substrate conditions.

Area

0.202 km²

Established

1947

IUCN

III

Relief

Upland

Přírodní park Džbán: Geography and Protected Landscape Analysis of the Džbán Ridge

Forested highland and hydrological center of Středočeský kraj

Přírodní park Džbán encompasses a significant Cretaceous plateau and mixed-woodland system that functions as a triple watershed for three major river basins. The park preserves a rich mosaic of thermophilic plants and woodland fauna while maintaining the characteristic opuka geological features that define the vernacular architecture of this central Bohemian region.

Area

416 km²

Established

1994

Relief

Upland

Climate

Temperate

Na Dlouhé stráni Natural Monument: Regional Protected Area and Botanical Landscape

A conservation-focused look at the Mšenský potok valley slope

Na Dlouhé stráni is a designated natural monument in the Czech Republic, renowned for its concentration of thermophilous grassland flora. This protected area, located near Mšené-lázně, preserves a specific slope habitat that supports declining plant species. The site offers an important look at regional conservation efforts and the mapping of small-scale protected habitats within the diverse Ústecký kraj geography.

Area

0.126 km²

Established

2012

IUCN

IV

Relief

Lowland

Veltrusy Natural Monument: Protected Woodland and Historic Park Geography in Středočeský kraj

English-style designed landscapes and floodplain ecological habitats.

Veltrusy Natural Monument is a protected area located on the right bank of the Vltava River, defined by its horseshoe-shaped layout and mosaic of oak-beech woodlands. The site represents a rare intersection of cultural heritage and nature conservation, preserving veteran trees that support significant invertebrate populations. Its geography consists of gently undulating floodplain terrain shaped by the Mlýnský potok, historic avenues, and managed meadows.

Area

2.555 km²

Established

2013

IUCN

III

Relief

Lowland

Vrbka Natural Monument: Exploring Protected Limestone Habitats and Bohemian Lowland Geography

A rare botanical reserve in the Litoměřice District of the Czech Republic

Vrbka Natural Monument protects a significant 15.5-hectare expanse of warm limestone slopes and dry meadows. This geographic landmark serves as an essential repository for rare orchid species and diverse insect populations, functioning as a representative habitat patch within the intensively cultivated landscapes of the surrounding region.

Area

0.155 km²

Established

2013

IUCN

IV

Relief

Upland

Vizerka Natural Monument: Mapped Protected Landscapes and Rocky Terrain in Prague

A rare xerothermic steppe refuge on the edge of the Šárka Valley

Vizerka represents a compact yet significant natural monument located on the rocky slopes of the Šárecké údolí in Prague. Featuring exposed Proterozoic shale and shallow soils, this protected site serves as a vital island of thermophilic grasslands and shrubby terrain. It offers a fascinating look at relict warm-loving habitats and rare species survival within the dense geographical context of a European capital city.

Area

0.031 km²

Established

1988

IUCN

IV

Relief

Upland

Dolní Poohří Nature Park: Protected Landscape and River Geography

A riparian corridor through the Litoměřice District

The landscape of Dolní Poohří Nature Park follows the irregular arc of the lower Ohře River across the Bohemian plain. Its narrow boundaries protect a functional floodplain ecosystem characterized by silted oxbows, gravel banks, and rare forest fragments. This atlas entry details the geographic features, protected status, and the interplay between the active river channel and the historic townscapes found along its banks.

Area

40 km²

Established

2001

Relief

Lowland

Climate

Temperate

Přírodní park Šárka-Lysolaje: Protected Landscape Mapping and Geographic Identity in Praha

A dense mosaic of stream valleys and protected natural monuments near the heart of Praha

Examine the detailed geography of Přírodní park Šárka-Lysolaje, an extensive protected landscape in Praha that functions as a critical green corridor. Its terrain, defined by deeply incised stream valleys and steep forested slopes, hosts a unique concentration of smaller nature reserves and monuments, creating a coherent ecological framework directly adjacent to the urban metropolitan environment.

Area

10.05 km²

Established

1990

Climate

Temperate

Scope

Terrestrial

Valachov Natural Monument: Geological and Historical Landscape Analysis in Central Bohemia

Mineralogical type locality and industrial-archaeological protected area.

Valachov is a small yet significant natural monument located in the Central Bohemian Region, serving as the primary type locality for the mineral slavíkit. Beyond its mineralogical importance, the hill preserves physical evidence of medieval lead and nineteenth-century pyrite mining, including shafts and adits embedded within a diverse forested ecosystem of the Křivoklátsko protected landscape area.

Area

0.03 km²

Established

1977

IUCN

III

Relief

Upland

Vrch Hazmburk Nature Reserve: Geographic Atlas and Protected Landscape Overview

Volcanic terrain and steppe ecosystems in the Ustecky Region

Vrch Hazmburk stands as a notable example of Neovolcanic geology, characterized by steep basalt slopes, frost-shattered cliffs, and a rich mosaic of dry grassland habitats. Located in the Ustecky Region, this protected site preserves a critical transition zone for thermophilic plants and rare invertebrates, offering a clear view of how geological movement and long-term land stability define the Bohemian lowland landscape.

Area

0.604 km²

Established

2011

IUCN

IV

Relief

Mountain

Vidoule Natural Monument: Geological Profile and Protected Landscape Context in Prague

A table mountain remnant with exposed Cretaceous sandstone formations.

Vidoule stands as a significant natural monument in western Prague, defined by its flat-topped table mountain geometry and horizontal Cretaceous strata. The site offers a unique perspective on the regional geology of the Prague Plateau, where protected slopes guard rare dry grassland habitats and fossil-rich layers against a backdrop of dense urban development.

Area

0.087 km²

Established

1988

IUCN

III

Relief

Upland

Prokopské údolí Nature Reserve: Geological Mapping and Protected Area Discovery

A limestone karst landscape situated within the Praha 5 district

Prokopské údolí is an essential protected nature reserve in Praha 5, featuring a deep limestone valley that serves as a globally significant site for Paleozoic fossils and karst geography. This protected landscape encompasses a range of habitats including rock steppes, thermophilic woodlands, and volcanic outcrops, providing a unique look at urban-adjacent nature conservation and historical limestone quarrying within the Czech Republic.

Area

1.71 km²

Established

1978

IUCN

III

Relief

Upland

Přírodní park Drahaň-Troja: Protected Landscape Geography and Mapped Terrain Analysis

Deep stream valleys and rocky steppe habitats in Prague

Přírodní park Drahaň-Troja represents a vital protected landscape characterized by its pronounced relief, including the Bohnické, Čimické, and Drahanské valleys. This area reveals the geological history of the Prague region through its exposed shales and volcanic rhyolite veins. Discover how this continuous green corridor integrates rare steppe ecosystems with the metropolitan urban edge.

Area

5.79 km²

Established

1990

Relief

Upland

Climate

Temperate