Šúr, a primeval forest at Bratislava’s doorstep

Did you know, that we have an untouched primeval forests right next to our biggest city? Such forest can be found in Sur nature reserve and is an area of European importance. So, what is so unique about it? It’s the biggest complex of alder moors in Slovakia and one of the biggest in Central Europe. This ancient place, with its uprooted giants and humid climate often resembles a real tropical rainforest. Peatbogs are also one of this forest’s characteristics. The second part of National Reserve is formed by Pannonian grove – a place of hundreds of years old oaks, huge ash trees and wild pears. Our path will lead us through both of these completely different natural habitats. Besides that, we will also visit a nearby fishpond, a home to many aquatic bird species.

Duration: 5 hrs.

Place: Jursky Sur

Price: 5,50 € / 1 student (minimum price 120 €)

Trip preview: along a well-marked flat footpath, birdwatching, listening and playing back calls of various bird species, observing plant societies, practical tips and tricks, observing nature using mono and binoculars

Difficulty: easy, slightly rugged terrain

Meeting place: according to further agreement

Recommended time: April – September

Suitable for: elementary and high school pupils, as well as university students; we do not recommend to combine various age groups

Price includes: lecturer service, mono and binoculars, bird books, local transportation for lecturer (in Bratislava)

Price does NOT include: transportation of students, food

If required, we may provide transportation according to further agreement. Please, see the pricelist.

In case of bad weather, the outdoor course will be postponed until next suitable date according to further agreement.

If interested in one of our courses, or in case of any other questions, contact us at info@watching.sk, or call: +421 903 751 330

If you are interested in lecturing in the classroom or in nature, check out our offer here.