Uholka-Shyrokyi Luh protected massif

The Uholka-Shyrokyi Luh protected massif spans 11,860 hectares of continuous primeval beech forest within the Carpathian Mountains, featuring limestone formations and karst caves.

The protection of this forest ecosystem began in 1920, leading to its designation as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2007 as part of the Carpathian Biosphere Reserve.

Research teams established a 10-hectare sample plot in Mala Uholka during 2001, conducting extensive studies on forest structure and ecological composition.

Visitors can explore two nature trails in Mala Uholka and Velyka Uholka, accessing limestone caves and karst formations through guided tours from the visitor center.

The 2010 forest inventory revealed 97% of measured trees were European beech, with some specimens reaching nearly 500 years of age.

Location: Zakarpattia Oblast

Inception: 1968

GPS coordinates: 48.29640,23.64810

Latest update: March 22, 2025 23:51