Path Morostig – Ljubljana Marshes Nature Park

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Path Morostig – Ljubljana Marshes Nature Park

On a walk through the marsh mosaic into prehistory.

Welcome to a landscape of constant change and ever-new discoveries!

Access:
FROM THE IG CENTRE
From the Morostig Interpretation Centre, follow the floor markings in the shape of a pile-dwelling house
BY CITY BUS 19
Get off at the Ig Petrol station, cross the road and turn onto the gravel road opposite the petrol station
FROM THE PARKING LOT ALONG THE IG-ŠKOFLJICA ROAD
Walk 600m along the gravel road to the starting point of the trail

Length and terrain of the trail: 1.5 km along a gravel and field path and a wooden platform

Starting point of the route:
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