Skalka u Velimi, Nature reserve near Velim, Czech Republic.
The Skalka u Velimi reserve features a former quarry pit partially filled with water, surrounded by limestone formations and natural vegetation.
Established in 1987, this protected area contains abundant marine fossils from the Cretaceous period, including shark teeth and sea urchin spines.
Scientists and researchers regularly visit the site to study the rich collection of preserved marine fauna from the Upper Cenomanian period.
Visitors can access the reserve through a 200-meter path from the main road, where parking spaces are available near the entrance.
The flooded quarry section reaches depths of 3 meters and contains underwater trees alongside dense growths of hornwort plants.
Location: Velim
GPS coordinates: 50.06064,15.12904
Latest update: March 11, 2025 02:25
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