Bojčinska šuma

Bojcinska forest - the most important information

Bojcinska forest is a swamp forest under state protection. It is located in Surcin, 30 kilometers from Belgrade. It is a very visited place that serves as a picnic area. Since 1965, it has been protected as a natural monument and as an immovable cultural asset of the state.

About Bojcinska forest
During the First World War, the forest was used as a shelter for locals and soldiers by King Alexander. In the Second World War, the forest was an important political and economic center. People from the surrounding villages hid in it, fleeing from the Germans. One of the main features of this forest is the flora and fauna. There are a total of 185 plant species, 15 of which have the status of protected and strictly protected. When it comes to trees there is oak, hornbeam and linden, as well as poplar, dogwood and wild rose. 108 species of birds and 10 species of amphibians and reptiles were recorded in the forest. Rabbits and roe deer can be seen from the wild animals that dominate the forest.

What to see
Bojcinska forest will be a real oasis of peace for everyone who wants to escape from the city noise. In addition to enjoying the fresh air and the abundance of greenery and diverse fauna, do not miss:

Summer stage (every summer, the Bojcin Cultural Summer is held on this stage, with a variety of content - music and theater)
Equestrian club Bojcin (ideal place for horse lovers, both for children and adults)
Trim trails (the perfect way to get to know this magnificent forest in detail. Do not be surprised if you come across friendly mangoes along the way)

How to get to Bojcinska forest?
The Bojcinska forest can be reached:

By bus 605: it starts from Bezanija, passes through Surcin and Jakovo
By car: from the direction of Belgrade or from the E75 highway with a shutdown at the airport in Surcin