Bevka’s learning path – Ljubljana Marshes Nature Park

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Bevka’s learning path – Ljubljana Marshes Nature Park

The intertwining of natural and cultural heritage.

Between the Gradišče Hermitage and the Ljubljanica River south of Bevke lies a mosaic of meadows, hedges and canals, guided by the curious boy Barjanko. Learn about the fauna and flora of the marsh meadows, the rich cultural heritage of this area, the secrets of the Ljubljanica River and life on the Ljubljanica Marsh in the past. The trail is equipped with 10 information points.

Starting point:
parking lot at the Gradišče Hermitage

Length of the trail: 6.5 km circular trail

Shade, passability:
There is little shade on the trail, and part of the trail along the Old Ljubljanica River runs along a cart track, which can be muddy during high water. During the annual floods, the trail is only partially passable.

Refreshment options:
In the Bevke Sports Park: parking lot, children’s playground, toilet, possibility of buying drinks or ice cream.

Starting point of the route: Bevke,1358, Bevke 5h, 1358 Log pri Brezovici, Slovenia
Google map Instructions

What they say about Ljubljana Marshes Nature Park at the visitljubljana.com

Ljubljana Marshes Nature Park

The Ljubljana Marshes are a picturesque and historically rich landscape stretching south-west from the Slovenian capital of Ljubljana. This nature reserve, which covers approximately 160 square kilometers, is a treasure trove of biodiversity, cultural heritage and natural beauty. Visitors can enjoy exploring a unique combination of wetlands, meadows, woodlands and riverbeds.

NATURE PARK ON THE EDGE OF THE CITY – PDF

A space of constant change

The traditional agriculture has preserved the great biological and landscape diversity. The mosaic of different habitats is home to many plant and animal species, which are only rare elsewhere in Slovenia and Europe. The wet meadows, flooded waterside meadows and thousands of kilometers of drainage channels attract mainly moisture loving plants and animals. Ljubljansko barje is home to several hundred species of birds, numerous colorful butterflies, dragonflies and amphibians.

The interdependent ecosystems of Ljubljansko barje clean the air, water and soil, and cool the hot summers. It also enables relaxation and new discoveries in the immediate vicinity of the capital city, as well as sustainable production of quality healthy food and the development of environmentally friendly farming and green tourism.

But not only nature, the heritage is also exceptional. In this small piece of territory, several cultures have left their mark, from the prehistoric pile dwellers and ancient Romans, to the determined drainers of the marsh, which was supposed to become the granary of the Hapsburg Monarchy. Due to their interventions into the once typical marsh, today’s Ljubljansko barje is probably the most anthropogenically modified landscape in Slovenia. Although many have tried and are still trying to limit the extent and duration of floods through drainage, Ljubljansko barje is still one of the largest flooding areas in Slovenia.

Source: naravniparkislovenije.si