Centrum ochrany fauny ČR – záchranná stanice Hrachov

Location: Hrachov 13, 262 56 Krásná Hora nad Vltavou · Central Bohemia

Category: wildlife rescue station

One of the most modern rescue stations in the Czech Republic, with a full eco-centre near the Slapy Reservoir by Sedlčany. The wildlife exhibition includes songbirds, birds of prey, owls, wading birds, and otters. An environmental education centre with interactive features for children and a fish exhibition.

Why visit this place?

• The non-profit Ochrana fauny ČR was founded by Pavel Křížek in 1998 with the mission of protecting wild animals and their habitats.
• The station runs a non-stop rescue service for injured animals and, together with its Motýlárium in Votice, draws visitors from all over the country.
• Rated 4.8 out of 5 by 273 visitors on Google Maps.
• Admission is free, which helps when the class budget is tight.
• Allow roughly an hour and a half; the programme is aimed at lower primary, upper primary and secondary students.
• There are 32 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.

Verified against: ochranafauny.cz

Practical information

• Opening hours: Seasonal operation, see website. Excursions by prior arrangement.
• Typical visit: 90 min
• Admission: free
• Visitor rating: 4.8 ★ from 273 reviews on Google Maps
• Suitable for: primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

Guided excursions with a qualified lecturer, wildlife exhibition, environmental education centre with a lecture room

Official website: https://www.ochranafauny.cz

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