Nature reserve Dziki Ostrów

Nature Reserve Dziki Ostrów is a 74.68 hectare forest area in Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship with elevated woodland islands rising up to 5 meters above the surrounding Noteć meadows. The landscape is shaped by river lowlands that spread between these wooded elevations.

The reserve was established in 1977 to protect the forest ecosystems of this region and was officially documented in Poland's Monitor publication. The founding marked the beginning of systematic protection for this ecologically important forest.

The site draws nature enthusiasts who want to observe rare plant species in their natural habitat. The protected areas allow visitors to directly experience the ecological character of this forest region.

Visitors reach the area via a dirt road from Brzoza village, crossing a bridge over the New Noteć Canal. Access is relatively straightforward, though sturdy footwear is advisable, especially during wetter seasons.

The area contains a noteworthy collection of rare plants such as Siberian iris, Martagon lily, and several orchid species thriving beneath ancient pedunculate oak trees. This combination of forest type and understory vegetation is unusual in the region.