Magura National Park

Magura National Park

Magura National Park is situated in southeastern Poland, close to Slovakia, at the shared boundary between the Lesser Poland Voivodeship and the Podkarpackie Voivodeship. It encompasses much of the upper basin of the Wisłoka River. Originally founded in 1995, the park now covers 194.39 square kilometers, of which 185.31 square kilometers are forested.

The park is almost entirely covered with beech, fir, and rare American sycamore forests, all growing in natural environments. These vast woodlands serve as a sanctuary for many animals, including several endangered species. The park is home to 117 bird species, particularly numerous birds of prey such as eagles and lesser spotted eagles. It also has one of the highest population densities of Ural owls (Puszczyk uralski) in Europe. The forests also host large mammals like bears and wolves. Magura Wątkowska is notable for its lynx and endangered wildcats. Roe deer, red deer, and wild boar are among the most commonly seen animals here.

The park offers well-developed tourism facilities, including nine hiking trails, five cycling routes, and a horseback riding trail from Nieznajowa to Olchowiec (approximately 10 kilometers), making it a must-visit destination in Poland.

Magura National Park

Must-see reason: The region with the highest density of Ural owls in Europe

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Poland[Poland]

Province/State where the attraction is located: Lesser Poland and Podkarpackie Voivodeships [Lesser Poland and Podkarpackie Voivodeships]