Nature reserve Mieliwo, Nature reserve in Koń, Poland
Nature reserve Mieliwo is a protected area near the village of Koń in Poland, classified under IUCN category IV. It covers a mix of old woodland, open fields, and small ponds set across gently rolling land.
The reserve was established in 1958, when local naturalists and villagers worked together to mark its boundaries and bring the land under protection. It became part of the Brodnicki Park Krajobrazowy, a broader network of protected landscapes in the region.
The best time to visit is early morning or late afternoon, when wildlife tends to be most active. There are few facilities on site, so it is worth bringing water, suitable clothing, and binoculars.
Some of the trees in Mieliwo are old enough to be officially recognized as natural monuments, giving them a distinct layer of legal protection beyond the reserve itself. The IUCN category IV status means the area is actively managed to support specific habitats, rather than simply left untouched.
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