Protected Areas and Natural Monuments in the Geographic Vicinity of Na ostrově

Vlašimská Blanice Natural Monument: Mapped River Geography and Protected Valley Terrain

A vital riverine habitat in the South Bohemian Region

Vlašimská Blanice forms a protected natural monument around an unregulated, meandering section of the Blanice River. This landscape is defined by its continuous riparian woodland, gravel-rich riverbed structures, and a surrounding mosaic of floodplains and meadows, providing essential habitat continuity within the Jihočeský kraj terrain.

Area

0.304 km²

Established

2014

IUCN

III

Relief

Upland

Na Stříbrné Natural Monument: A Geological and Forest Sanctuary in Central Bohemia

Protected woodland and historical mining terrain

Spanning less than five hectares, Na Stříbrné represents a dense mosaic of metamorphic geology and vibrant woodland habitat. This protected area in Středočeský kraj showcases the persistence of forest flora like mezereon amidst historic industrial relics, offering a clear window into the varied terrain of the Czech landscape.

Area

0.048 km²

Established

1972

IUCN

IV

Relief

Upland

Rybník Louňov Natural Monument: Mapped Geography and Protected Wetland Ecosystems

Central Bohemia Region protected wetland and pond habitat

Rybník Louňov serves as a protected natural monument defined by its intimate mosaic of open water, emergent reed beds, and wet meadow patches. Located in the Central Bohemia Region, this site provides a critical refuge for rare flora and fauna, illustrating the role of small-scale landscape preservation in maintaining regional ecological health.

Area

0.019 km²

Established

2001

IUCN

IV

Relief

Lowland

Roudný Natural Monument: Mapping Protected Mining Habitats in Středočeský Kraj

Explore the geography of this rare sandy sanctuary for invertebrates and fungi.

Roudný is a specialized natural monument protecting the sandy, nutrient-poor substrate of a former gold mine. The site stands as a significant biological island in Středočeský kraj, supporting species dependent on open, eroded sandy slopes that are now rare in the wider regional landscape. Its compact geography highlights the intersection of industrial history and conservation in the Czech Republic.

Area

0.025 km²

Established

1994

IUCN

IV

Relief

Lowland

Přírodní park Džbány-Žebrák: Geography and Protected Area Landscape Map

Mapping the forests and meadows of the Benešov District

Přírodní park Džbány-Žebrák offers a distinct look into the central Bohemian uplands, marked by gentle ridges and spring-fed valleys. This protected area supports an interconnected web of small ponds, damp woodland clearings, and rural agricultural mosaics. Use this resource to trace the park boundaries and understand the regional significance of its protected waters, orchid-rich meadows, and varied, bird-populated forests.

Area

53 km²

Established

1996

Water

Major water bodies

Hornopožárský les Nature Park: Atlas of Protected Landscapes in Středočeský kraj

Granite Bedrock and Forested Terrains in Central Bohemia

Trace the undulating ridges and rocky outcrops of Hornopožárský les Nature Park, where central Bohemian geography meets historical quarrying heritage. This protected area offers a deep look into the regional forests and river valley ecosystems characteristic of the lower Posázaví landscape.

Area

25 km²

Established

2002

Relief

Upland

Climate

Temperate

Vlčí rokle Nature Reserve: Geological Ravines and Ancient Beech Forests in Středočeský kraj

Mapping protected natural monument boundaries and ancient woodland remnants

Explore the geological and botanical features of Vlčí rokle, an exceptional nature reserve set within the Středočeský kraj. This protected area safeguards a fragment of ancient beech forest and a granite-boulder-strewn ravine, representing a classic example of central Bohemian geological and ecological heritage.

Area

0.085 km²

Established

1990

IUCN

III

Relief

Upland

Skalsko Natural Monument: Mapped Wetland Landscapes and Protected Meadow Geography

A representative habitat in the Středočeský kraj uplands

Focusing on the conservation of sensitive wet meadow ecosystems, Skalsko serves as a key reference for the biodiversity of the Říčany Plateau. This site showcases a mosaic of flora, including rare orchids, set against the backdrop of the geologically distinct Central Bohemian uplands, providing a structured look at one of the region's most important protected natural monuments.

Area

0.036 km²

Established

2008

IUCN

IV

Relief

Upland

Vápenické jezero Natural Monument: Wetland Geography and Protected Landscape in Středočeský kraj

Mapping the ecological features of the Sedlčany Basin.

Located in the Sedlčany Basin, Vápenické jezero is a protected pond system serving as a vital sanctuary for the fire-bellied toad and diverse wetland bird species. This entry provides a detailed look at its spring-fed water body, bulrush-covered surface, and long-standing ecological role in the broader landscape of central Bohemia.

Area

0.084 km²

Established

2013

IUCN

III

Relief

Upland

Přírodní park Škvorecká obora, Králičina: Protected Landscape and Regional Geography

Natural terrain and historic forest near the Prague boundary

Přírodní park Škvorecká obora, Králičina preserves a layered cultural and natural landscape characterized by the Výmola stream floodplain. The area functions as a vital forest habitat on the eastern edge of the Prague Plateau, integrating rare botanical sites with historical remnants of a centuries-old game enclosure.

Established

2009

Relief

Lowland

Climate

Temperate

Access

Easy access

Milčice Natural Monument: A Protected Wetland Sanctuary in the Středočeský kraj

Rare calcareous spring systems and lowland fen ecology

Milčice serves as a regionally important natural monument in the Středočeský kraj, protecting a distinct set of tufa-forming springs. This site offers a rare glimpse into the specialized ecology of mineralized lowland wetlands, providing a stark contrast to the surrounding agricultural terrain of the Middle Elbe Table.

Area

0.041 km²

Established

2017

IUCN

III

Relief

Lowland

Přírodní park Botič-Milíčov: Protected Landscape, River Valley, and Forest Map

A preserved green refuge featuring meandering streams and pond networks near Praha.

Přírodní park Botič-Milíčov stands as a significant protected landscape in Praha, defined by the seasonal flooding of the Botič and Pitkovický streams. The park hosts alluvial forests, a series of historic ponds, and archaeological traces of ancient mills. Through map-based exploration, identify the diverse terrain that includes rocky outcrops at Pitkovická stráň and extensive broadleaf woodlands on the edge of urban housing developments.

Area

8.24 km²

Established

1984

Relief

Lowland

Climate

Temperate

Milíčovský les a rybníky: Protected Landscape and Wetland Map in Prague, Czech Republic

Natural monument geography and forest-wetland habitat atlas

Milíčovský les a rybníky represents a core natural monument in southern Prague, featuring a mature deciduous forest integrated with a managed system of ponds. This protected area serves as a critical refuge for rare wetland and woodland species. Use the mapping tools to trace the terrain, from the dense oak-hornbeam canopy to the extensive reedbeds and aquatic environments that define this unique urban-edge landscape.

Area

1.047 km²

Established

1991

IUCN

III

Relief

Upland

Přírodní park Říčanka: Protected Landscape and Geographic Map of Eastern Prague

An analysis of rural corridors, aquatic systems, and forest terrain.

Přírodní park Říčanka preserves an extensive rural ribbon of meadows, arable fields, and woodland patches on the eastern edge of Prague. This structured overview details the park's topography, its historic fishpond chain along the Říčanský potok, and the various natural monuments that characterize this protected Czech landscape.

Area

4 km²

Established

1984

Relief

Lowland

Climate

Temperate

Rohožník, lom v Dubči: Geological Natural Monument and Protected Landscape in Prague

Analyzing the Ordovician quartzite and tectonic rock exposures of the Prague Plateau

Rohožník, lom v Dubči serves as a crucial natural monument in the Prague region, protecting abandoned quarries that showcase clear M-shaped tectonic folds and thick quartzite deposits. This site acts as a living laboratory for geological history, connecting archaeological finds with dry grassland communities in an otherwise suburban-agricultural landscape on the edge of the capital.

Area

0.034 km²

Established

1988

IUCN

III

Relief

Upland

Meandry Botiče Natural Monument: Mapped Geography and Protected Stream Landscapes in Prague

Analyzing the ecological boundaries and riparian terrain of the Botič stream corridor

Meandry Botiče represents a significant natural monument in Prague, distinguished by its pronounced stream meanders and dense bankside vegetation. This site offers deep insights into urban conservation, documenting the delicate balance between native riparian flora and the pressures of encroaching residential districts within a managed protected environment.

Area

0.067 km²

Established

1968

IUCN

III

Relief

Lowland

Slatinná louka u Velenky Natural Monument: Geography and Protected Meadow Landscape

Protected grassland terrain in the Středočeský kraj

Slatinná louka u Velenky preserves a rare fragment of alkaline fen meadow within the Czech lowlands. As a designated natural monument and part of the Natura 2000 network, it functions as a crucial habitat buffer. This atlas entry provides insight into the park's flat lowland geography and its role in maintaining regional biodiversity across the Polabí plain.

Area

0.038 km²

Established

2014

IUCN

IV

Relief

Lowland

Hostivař-Záběhlice Nature Park: Protected Landscape and Mapped Prague Geography

River valleys and reservoir terrain within the capital city.

Hostivař-Záběhlice Nature Park represents a vital natural zone in Prague, characterized by the mature forests and meandering river paths along the Botič stream. This record highlights the park's geographic composition, including its reservoirs, lowland forest patches, and its function as a preserved natural corridor within the city.

Area

4.23 km²

Established

1990

Relief

Lowland

Climate

Temperate

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

Vrškámen Natural Monument: Granite Boulder Geography and Regional Protected Area Map

Geological preservation in the Středočeský kraj region

Vrškámen is a significant natural monument defined by its massive porphyritic syenite boulder. This compact protected site highlights the erosion history of the Central Bohemian Pluton. It functions as an essential reference for geologists interested in the residual rock forms of the Vlašimská pahorkatina hill country and the broader Sedlčansko geological landscape.

Established

1977

IUCN

III

Relief

Upland

Climate

Temperate