Údolí Únětického potoka, Nature reserve in Praha-Suchdol, Czech Republic.
Údolí Únětického potoka is a nature reserve near Prague with forests, meadows, rocky slopes, and stream valleys that provide habitat for diverse plant and animal species. The area covers about 63 hectares and features different geological formations ranging from slate to resistant mineral rocks.
The protected area was formally established in 1988 and recognizes the region's geological past shaped by ancient marine activity. These sea cycles left different rock types and created the foundation for today's landscape.
The reserve reflects centuries of grazing that shaped plant communities across its slopes. Visitors can observe how these farming practices created the landscape patterns visible today.
The area is accessible via several marked trails that offer different difficulty levels for various visitors. Walking on designated paths helps protect sensitive habitats while keeping you safe during your visit.
The Kozí hřbety section supports rare plants such as Pasque flower and Lily-of-the-Valley thriving in rocky steppe conditions. These special environments allow species to survive that are otherwise uncommon in this part of the region.
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