Uholka-Shyrokyi Luh

Uholka-Shyrokyi Luh contains the largest contiguous primeval stands of European beech world-wide. It is only here that the entire spectrum of all phases and development levels of primeval beech forests can be found. The largest section of the property is situated on a massive limestone formation with well-developed karst. The karst caves are home to several endemic and rare animal species.

• UNESCO recognition: 2007
• Protected area: Carpathian Biosphere Reserve
• Beech forest region: Carpathian
• Area: 11,860 ha, buffer zone 3,301 ha
• Number of component parts: 1
• Altitudinal range: montane to subalpine, sea level: Biosphere Reserve 360 – 1,501 m, World Heritage 400 – 1,350 m
• Fauna: Wolf, Brown bear, Lynx, European wildcat