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Koros Valley Animal Park
The Körös Valley Animal Park in Szarvas is the premier wildlife display of the Körös-Maros National Park, spanning 26 hectares within the historic Anna Grove. Opened in 2014, the park aims to introduce visitors to the native fauna of the Carpathian Basin, including species that are still common today and those that have historically disappeared from the wild. The park's primary attraction is its herd of European bison, the continent's heaviest land animals, which roam in large enclosures designed to mimic their natural forest habitats. In addition to bison, the facility houses wolves, golden jackals, elk, and a diverse array of waterfowl native to the Körös river region. Beyond mere observation, the park serves as an educational hub with interactive trails and a visitor center that emphasizes conservation and the protection of biodiversity. The shaded paths under centuries-old trees provide a serene environment for nature photography and wildlife study throughout the year, making it a vital center for environmental tourism in southeastern Hungary.
- Location: Hungary
- Top sights: Kákafoki-holtág vizes élőhely bemutató · Madárodú bemutató · Partifecske partfal
- Nearby: Szentes (31 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug, Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -1 | 1 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 18 | 12 | 6 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 34 | 37 | 39 | 41 | 60 | 76 | 69 | 50 | 50 | 46 | 43 | 44 |
📋 Practical info
Geography
Facts
- The park was officially opened to the public in 2014 in Anna Grove.
- The facility covers a total area of 26 hectares of protected parkland.
- The European bison herd is the most significant conservation group in the park.
- Over 50 different animal species from the Carpathian Basin are represented.
- The main walking trail is 2 kilometers long and features interactive stops.
- The park is managed by the Körös-Maros National Park Directorate.
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Sights in the town Koros Valley Animal Park (10)
Partifecske partfal
Cliff bank for sand martins, a nesting site for these birds.
Ruzicskay Emlékház🏛 museum
Museum with permanent exhibition of paintings by György Ruzicskay and ethnographic collection.
Szarvasi Vízi Színház
Water stage in Szarvas, venue for summer performances.
Bolza-kastély🏰 castle
Castle in Hungary, in the town of Szarvas, a 19th-century mansion.
Tessedik Sámuel Múzeum🏛 museum
Museum in Szarvas, dedicated to the life of Sámuel Tessedik.
Mittrovszky-kastély🏰 castle
Castle in Szarvas, a historic building with unknown current use.
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