Đurđevački Peski

Sand dunes spanning 20 hectares contain distinct plant species adapted to survive in sandy conditions along the right bank of Drava River.

During the last Pleistocene glaciation, Alpine glaciers eroded rocky substrates and accumulated materials in lower areas through glacial processes.

Local residents named this area 'Croatian Sahara' and 'Bloody Sands', reflecting the historical struggles of farmers with moving sand formations.

The reserve maintains marked walking paths through the sandy terrain, allowing visitors to examine rare plant species and natural dune formations.

The area houses thirty butterfly species and numerous endemic plants that developed specific adaptations to thrive in this sandy environment.

Inception: 1963

GPS coordinates: 46.02900,17.09900

Latest update: May 13, 2025 23:15