Xaverovský háj, Natural monument in Dolní Počernice, Czech Republic.
Xaverovský háj is a protected forest area in Dolní Počernice featuring winter oak, white birch, and linden trees spread across roughly 70 hectares. The site contains varied forest types that create natural diversity in plant communities.
The forest was originally part of the Dolní Počernice estate and passed through several noble families before Prague acquired it in 1923. This long history as private holdings shaped the land into its current form.
The protected forest demonstrates native oak woodlands and allows visitors to encounter natural forest communities up close. Local residents value the area for walks and observing forest wildlife.
Marked hiking trails connect the area to the nearby Klánovice forest and offer different routes for exploration. Benches near Eliška pond allow you to rest during your visit.
The forest offers unexpected encounters with various forest animals that are especially active during early morning and dusk hours. These observation opportunities make the place a quiet refuge for nature lovers.
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