Udin Woods, Landscape park in Municipality of Naklo, Slovenia.
Udin Woods is a landscape park in the Municipality of Naklo that stretches across thousands of acres of mixed forest. The terrain includes coniferous and deciduous trees alongside distinctive limestone formations that shape the woodland environment.
The woods were first recorded in 1495 under the name Hertzogenvorsst, meaning duke's forest, indicating medieval significance. Three hillforts within the area show evidence of human settlement from prehistoric and Roman periods.
The protected area received official monument status in 1985, marking its designation as a significant natural and cultural heritage site in northwestern Slovenia.
Several hiking and cycling trails run through the woods and connect to nearby areas for visitors exploring the region. The pathways offer different difficulty levels and allow access on foot or bicycle.
The terrain features distinctive karst formations with sinkholes, caves, and natural springs formed during the Holocene period. These geological characteristics make the area of interest to those studying geology and geology enthusiasts.
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