Chalupská slať, Peat bog in Svinná Lada, Czech Republic.
Chalupská slať is a peat bog in Svinná Lada accessible via a wooden walkway about 500 meters long. The boardwalk crosses wetland terrain and leads to the largest peat pond in the country, revealing the typical features of this natural wetland landscape.
This bog formed at the end of the last Ice Age and developed into its present shape over thousands of years. The peat layers record natural climate shifts and vegetation patterns that reveal the region's environmental history.
The site draws nature enthusiasts and school groups who come to observe rare plants and animals adapted to boggy conditions. Pathways are designed to let visitors experience the ecosystem without causing harm to this fragile environment.
The wooden boardwalk is well maintained and easy to walk on, but sturdy footwear is recommended as conditions can be muddy. Information signage is clearly posted, and a visitor center nearby provides helpful context about what you will encounter along the trail.
The bog lake contains floating islands that drift slowly across the water, creating an unusual natural feature. In some spots the peat substrate beneath the surface reaches depths of up to 7 meters (23 feet), demonstrating the remarkable age and buildup of this ecosystem.
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