Zalissia National Nature Park

Pine forest on the left bank of the Desna, north-east of Kyiv

Zalissia is a large forest on the first and second terraces of the Desna's left bank, where pine makes up 85% of the forested area. About 1,700 hectares of that pine are over 100 years old.

1Zalissia pine forestAbout 1,700 hectares of pine here are over 100 years old.

Things to do

  • Try thisBook an ecological excursion through the Residence Zalissia forestry department
  • Try thisArrange a horseback ride in the forest with the forestry officials
  • WildlifeJoin a pre-arranged bird-watching visit
  • Try thisCheck the current entry rules before you plan a trip, as the forests of Brovary district are closed to the public by military order
Zalissia pine forest
Zalissia pine forest
Ukraine · Kyiv Est. 2009 Size 148 km² Protected area category: IUCN II

Also worth seeing

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    Zaleske Swamp

    A local-importance reserve established in 1979 within the forest.
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    Velykivske Swamp

    A local-importance reserve created in 1994 within the forest.

Where it is

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