Wilderness Landscape & Natural Heritage
Narew Landscape Park, established in 1985, is situated along the Narew River in Podlaskie Voivodeship of Poland. Covering a delta-like system of marshes, wetlands, and river islands, the park represents one of the few remaining natural anastomosing river systems in Europe. The park's landscape is defined by the multiple braided channels of the Narew River, known locally as the 'European Amazon' for its rich biodiversity and extensive floodplain environment. The park supports a wide array of habitats including riparian forests, peat bogs, marshes, and meadows, making it an important refuge for many protected plant species and wildlife. Birdwatchers can spot rare species such as the black stork, white-tailed eagle, and great bittern. The park’s lush habitats provide opportunities for hiking along marked trails, canoeing through quiet river branches, and cycling local forest roads. Key landmarks include the village of Waniewo, known for its picturesque river landscape, and the wooden church in Rzędziany. The park also plays an important role in environmental education and eco-tourism, managed to balance human activity with conservation. Visitors appreciate the peaceful natural atmosphere and unique hydrology that changes with the seasons, especially during spring floods. Narew Landscape Park offers a special experience for those seeking to explore Poland’s rich wetland ecosystems away from heavily touristed sites.
