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Historical Catalogue of Recorded Seismic Activity Associated with the Vizerka Natural Monument

This collection provides a structured index of recorded earthquake epicentres located within a defined radius of the Vizerka natural monument in Prague. Users can examine historical seismic records featuring event dates, magnitudes, and focal depths to observe the distribution of past tremors in this specific geographic area. The documentation focuses on providing accessible data for regional seismic research without providing assessments of hazard or geological cause.

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A small Prague natural monument protecting thermophilic steppe flora and fauna in the Šárecké údolí valley.

Vizerka

Vizerka is a small natural monument located on the northern slope of the Šárecké údolí (Šárka Valley), within the Šárka-Lysolaje natural park on the territory of Prague, in the Dejvice district wedged between Nebušice and Vokovice. The protected area covers only about three hectares of rocky and shrubby slopes that rise above the former Vizerka homestead, and it is valued primarily as a refuge for thermophilic vegetation and warm-loving fauna in an otherwise urban setting. The heart of the site lies in two outcrops of Proterozoic shale bedrock, where shallow soils support xerothermic grasslands and rocky-steppe shrubs. These habitats host characteristic species such as Pulsatilla pratensis (meadow pasqueflower) and the thermophilic spider Eresus kollari, both of which influenced the decision to grant the area formal protection. Although the site is tiny, its ecological character is unusually distinct for a protected area inside a capital city. It functions as a fragment of warm, open, sun-exposed habitat that has been gradually encroached upon by woody species, and ongoing management focuses on preserving this open steppe-like landscape for the future.

Location: Czechia
Park type: Natural monument
Established: 1988
Area: 0 km²
Highest point: 284 m

Vizerka Natural Monument and Protected Landscapes

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Discover further parks and protected places beyond Vizerka

From this small thermophilic steppe site in the Šárecké valley, the atlas continues with independently chosen protected destinations. The cards do not signal similar habitat, legal designation, seismic conditions, proximity, or source detail.

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Protected landscapePraha

About 0.8 km away#1 closest

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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

Přírodní park Šárka-Lysolaje Map and Landscape

Natural monumentPrague

About 5.4 km away#2 closest

South

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

Vidoule Natural Monument Geography

Natural monumentPrague

About 6.4 km away#3 closest

East

Velká skála Natural Monument: Geological Protected Area within the Prague Plateau

A landmark siliceous rock outcrop in the Troja district

Velká skála offers a concentrated look at the geological heritage of central Bohemia. As a designated natural monument, the site protects a rare siliceous rock outcrop that contrasts with the rolling terrain of the surrounding Prague Plateau, serving as a vital reference for regional geomorphology.

Area: 0.018 km²
Established: 1968
IUCN: III
Relief: Upland

Velká skála Geological Monument

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Protected landscapePrague

About 6.7 km away#4 closest

Northeast

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

Přírodní park Drahaň-Troja Protected Area Geography

Nature reservePraha 5

6.9 km away#5 closest

South

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

Prokopské údolí Nature Reserve Atlas

Natural monumentPrague

About 11 km away#6 closest

South

Zmrzlík Natural Monument: Geological Profile and Protected Landscape Map of Prague

Silurian stratotype sites and calcareous grassland ecosystems

Zmrzlík is a protected natural monument in Prague, defined by its rich Silurian geological sequences and fossil-bearing limestone deposits. The site offers a clear view into the Kopanina Formation, featuring distinct basaltic volcanic remains and rare xerothermic vegetation. This map-based resource details the terrain and ecological mosaic of the area, ranging from rocky ridges to the valleys of the Mlýnský potok.

Area: 0.164 km²
Established: 1988
IUCN: IV
Relief: Upland

Zmrzlík Natural Monument Protected Area Atlas

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Natural monumentPrague

About 13 km away#7 closest

South

Radotínské skály Natural Monument: Geological Mapping and Protected Landscapes in Prague

Geological profiles and steppe biodiversity near the capital.

Radotínské skály stands as a key protected area in Prague, showcasing an internationally significant stratigraphic record of the Prague Basin. From exposed rock walls to warm-loving forest-steppe communities, the site offers a detailed look at how geological heritage persists alongside urban development, making it an essential destination for those exploring the regional geography of the Czech Republic.

Area: 0.277 km²
Established: 1988
IUCN: III
Relief: Upland

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Nature reservePrague

About 13 km away#8 closest

Southeast

V hrobech Nature Reserve: A Protected Botanical Island within the Urban Landscape of Prague

Rare dry-grassland habitats in the Kamýk district

V hrobech is a designated nature reserve in Prague featuring 1.3 hectares of southeast-facing slopes and species-rich grassland. This site is home to rare thermophilic plants and represents an important example of intensive conservation management in an urban environment. Its protected boundaries connect with local forest fragments to maintain ecological value amidst the residential developments of Lhotka and Libuš.

Area: 0.013 km²
Established: 1988
IUCN: IV
Relief: Lowland

V hrobech Nature Reserve Atlas

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Explore the Protected Geography and Rocky Terrain of Vizerka

Examine the unique ecological character of Vizerka, a natural monument in Prague that functions as a rare rocky steppe refuge. MoriAtlas provides a focused look at the shale outcrops and xerothermic landscapes that define this protected area, inviting a deeper understanding of its place within the broader geography of the Šárka Valley.

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