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A workshop for law students from Sarajevo and East Sarajevo was held on 6 October 2025 at the Bijambare Protected Landscape, focusing on the topic of criminal law protection of …

On 2 October 2025, Mr. Oliver Avramovski, Director of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) for Eastern Europe and Central Asia, together with his associates, visited the Cantonal …

As part of the celebration of the European Car-Free Day, the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, in cooperation with the Cultural, Sports and Recreation Center Ilidža, organized a …

On 16 September 2025, an agreement was signed at the Federal Ministry of Environment and Tourism for the project titled “Research and Valorization of Beech Forests in the Skakavac Natural …

Organized by the Mountaineering Association “Skakavac” from Sarajevo, in cooperation with the Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas and numerous other institutions, the 9th Skakavac Trail took place on 6 …

From 3 to 5 September 2025, the 9th Forestry Games of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina were held in Ajdinovići. The event was organized by the Public Forestry Company …

The protected natural areas of Sarajevo Canton have recorded a high number of visitors in recent months. In terms of specific data, monitoring is currently possible only at Vrelo Bosne …

Organized by the Association for the Promotion of Sports and Tourism “SporTur” from Sarajevo, in cooperation with numerous institutions including the Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, the 11th edition …

The lady’s slipper orchid (Cypripedium calceolus), one of Europe’s most beautiful and rare wild orchids, is once again growing in the vicinity of Sarajevo. This critically endangered species has been …

Organized by the association “Dinarica” and its partners, the conference „Strengthening National Commitments Through the Restoration and Conservation of Peatlands“  was held on 8 July at Hotel “Buna” in Mostar, with …

Organized by the Municipality of Ilidža, with technical support from the Ilidža Public Institution for Culture, Sports, and Recreation, and in cooperation with the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural …

The Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas is continuously implementing necessary measures to protect forests from the harmful effects of the spruce bark beetle. In addition to regulating and …

Based on an agreement signed between the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas and the National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the first phase of systematic archaeological research began …

Organized by the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, the event “Days of Protected Areas of Sarajevo Canton” was held on 31 May at the Natural Monument “Skakavac.” Participants …

A conference on the inventory and monitoring of large carnivore populations was held on 29 May at the Information and Education Center on Bijambare, featuring an overview of suitable methodologies …

Organized by the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, World Biodiversity Day was marked on 22 May at Vrelo Bosne. Students from the “Čengić-Vila I” Primary School in Sarajevo …

From 20 to 22 May 2025, representatives of the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas took part in the important gathering “Protected AreaManagers Days in BiH,” held in Neum. …

On Monday, 12 May 2025, official maintenance work began on the Ravne – Vidikovac hiking trail on Trebević, an important part of the recreational and tourist offerings of Sarajevo Canton. …

During the first days of May, a true holiday atmosphere reigned across the protected areas of Sarajevo Canton. A large number of visitors of all ages were present in these …

From 23 to 25 April, Bosnia and Herzegovina hosted a meeting of two working groups within the International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River. The event was organized …

Organized by the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, Earth Day was marked on 22 April on the plateau in front of the Trebević cable car arrival station. A …

Asad Jelešković, Director of the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, welcomed a working visit from the delegation of the Ministry of Spatial Planning, Transport, Communications, and Environmental Protection …

Organized by the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, World Water Day was marked on 24 March 24 2025, at Vrelo Bosne. A rich and engaging program – featuring …

A ceremonial handover of firefighting equipment took place on 20 March in the protected landscape area of Bijambare. As part of the UNDP project “Sustainability of Protected Areas in BiH,” …

Organized by the Federal Administration for Inspection Affairs, in cooperation with the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, a meeting of federal and cantonal nature protection inspectors was held …

On 21 January, a delegation from the Institution, led by Director Asad Jelešković, held a meeting at the Ilijaš Municipality offices with municipal representatives, headed by Mayor Amar Dovadžija. During …

In recent days, numerous activities have been carried out to improve the Bentbaša Protected Landscape. Employees of the Institution, in cooperation with the selected contractor, have cleaned and excavated six …

During winter conditions, when vegetation is dormant and snow covers the already scarce food supply, it is crucial to provide supplementary feeding for wildlife. One of the key measures for …

Woody species within protected areas play a crucial role not only in maintaining the natural balance but also in terms of aesthetics and landscape preservation. Through carefully planned cultivation and …

The number of visitors to protected natural areas in Sarajevo Canton has seen a significant increase. In 2024, a total of 422,137 tourists with paid entrance tickets visited Vrelo Bosne …

On 27 December 2024, Asad Jelešković, Director of the Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, and Mladen Samardžić, Director of the Trebević Nature Park, signed a cooperation agreement at the …

At the “Vrelo Bosne” Natural Monument, the first-ever ringing of mute swans (Cygnus olor) in Bosnia and Herzegovina has been conducted. This milestone was achieved in collaboration with the Ornithological …

The “Tourism Think Tank 2024” conference was held from 27 to 29 November at “The Chedi” hotel in Tivat. The event brought together representatives from both the private and public …

A working conference titled “Gender Inequalities in the Labor Market: Social or Women’s Issues” was held on November 28 at the “Holiday Inn” hotel in Sarajevo. The event was organized …

On 18 November 2024, the founding assembly of the Association of Protected Natural Area Managers of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH) was held in Sarajevo. As part of …

A workshop under the program “Promoting Participatory Policy Processes to StrengthenEnvironmental Governance” was held from 13 to 14 November 2024 at the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Sarajevo, organized by the National …

As part of the study titled “Interpretation Plan of the Natural and Cultural-Historical Heritage from the Vrelo Bosne Spring to the National Monument Crkvina near the Village of Vrutci within Nature …

With its renewed infrastructure and numerous amenities, the Vrelo Bosne area serves as an ideal destination for relaxation, whether for recreation or simply enjoying a walk in its unique natural …

The Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas has officially received a certificate for being selected as one of the Top 100 Good Practice Stories. The 2024 selection includes the …

From 17 to 18 October, a conference was held at the “Grand” Hotel in Neum, organized by the Federation Administration for Geodetic and Property Affairs. The Cantonal Public Institution for …

On 17 October, the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas organized an event to mark October as Fire Protection Month at the plateau near the cable car arrival station …

Each year, the Green Destinations Top 100 Stories competition gathers good practice stories from destinations worldwide, sharing them as inspiring examples for others, from tourism employees to travelers. By sharing …

On 10 October, a training session on the use of new technologies for collecting and presenting spatial data was held at the Information and Education Center in the protected landscape …

The removal of the glandular tree of heaven (Ailanthus altissima) has been completed in the protected landscape area of “Bentbaša.” The tree of heaven is an extremely invasive species and …

Asad Jelešković, Director of the Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, participated in a panel discussion titled “Ahead of World Tourism Day: Tourism as a Driver of Sustainable Development.” Organized …

As part of the celebration of European Car-Free Day, the Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas organized a cycling event at Vrelo Bosne on 20 September, with over 300 students …

Organized by the Mountaineering Society “Skakavac” from Sarajevo, in cooperation with the Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas and many other institutions, the 8th Sarajevo Outdoor Festival took place in …

Thanks to the procurement of a specialized waste collection machine, all tourists and visitors will undoubtedly enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the protected areas of Sarajevo Canton even more. This …

Organized by the Association for the Promotion of Sports and Tourism “SporTur” from Sarajevo, in collaboration with various institutions, including the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, the 10th …

As part of the “Bentbaša Summer Fest” event, organized by the Sarajevo-based NGO “SportTur,” a panel conference was held on July 2 at the Small Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina …

On 31 July 2024, the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas of Sarajevo Canton signed a contract to implement the project titled “Enhancing the Mechanisms for Sustainable Management of …

On 10 July, representatives from the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas attended a professional workshop and presentation of an afforestation manual organized by the Association of Forestry Engineers …

At the invitation of the Network for Nature Protection, representatives of the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas of Sarajevo Canton were guests and presented examples of good practice …

Lifeline fest – a festival of art, creativity and healthy living, which will last until 8 July – was opened at the BiH Museum of Literature and Theater Arts in …

We are witnessing a fantastic tourist season in Sarajevo Canton and its protected natural areas. During the first six months of 2024, Vrelo Bosne Nature Monument welcomed 143,385 visitors, compared …

As part of the project ‘Establishment of continuous monitoring of ichthyofauna in the protected natural areas of Sarajevo Canton,’ stocking was conducted on June 26, reintroducing native brook trout of …

Organized by USAID, a workshop titled ‘Development of Tourist Products in Protected Areas’ took place on 25 June at the ‘Ibis Styles’ hotel in Sarajevo. Participants included representatives from the …

The 3rd Humanitarian Race “Stojčevac 5K” took place at Vrelo Bosne on 22 June, organized by the Municipality of Ilidža with technical support from the Cultural, Sports, and Recreation Center …

Organized by the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, a presentation of the Action Plan for the prevention, suppression, and control of forest fires in the Nature Monument “Skakavac” …

Balancing tourism and nature conservation poses a significant challenge in managing protected natural areas. However, effective planning of visitor zones can facilitate undisturbed natural processes despite high visitor numbers at …

The “Days of Protected Natural Areas of Sarajevo Canton” event at Bijambare concluded on 5 June. During the two-day event, students from “Srednje” elementary school explored the area and created …

Organized by the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, with the support of UNDP, the “Days of Protected Natural Areas of Sarajevo Canton” were inaugurated on Tuesday, 4 June, …

On 1 June, the “Urban Kids Festival” kicked off at the Sabit Hadžić Hall in Ilidža, organized by the association “Urbani Menadžment” in collaboration with the “Princess Krofne” from Sarajevo. …

On 29 May, an exhibition showcasing cultural and artistic creations by children from preschool institutions and institutions for special education in Sarajevo Canton was held at the Protected Landscape area …

On 26 May, the 25th consecutive Federal First Aid Competition organized by the Red Cross of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina took place at the Protected Landscape area of …

On 22 May, in Fojnica, World Biodiversity Day was marked under the organization of the Cantonal Public Institution “Šćona,” the manager of the Prokoško Lake Nature Monument. A panel discussion …

In the organization of the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, on the International Day for Biological Diversity was marked on 22 May in the area of ​​the “Vrelo …

In the organization of the Italian non-governmental organization CISP, on Wednesday, 8 May 2024, at the “Courtyard by Marriott” hotel in Sarajevo, a panel called “Green Talks: Monitoring sustainable tourism …

During the Labour Day holiday, a large number of visitors stayed in the protected areas. The holiday was an opportunity to escape from everyday worries and to spend time meaningfully …

On Wednesday, 1 May, the event “Art Occupation Sarajevo 2024” was officially closed at the “Hills” hotel in Ilidža. Many guests were addressed by Asad Jelešković, Director of Cantonal Public …

As part of the Sarajevo Destination Festival, which was held from 26 to 27 April, the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas was represented in the green destinations of …

The Sarajevo Destination Festival was organized by the Sarajevo Canton Tourist Board, under the auspices of the Sarajevo Canton Ministry of Economy, on 26 and 27 April in the “Mirza …

The event “Art Occupation Sarajevo 2024” was opened in the Sarajevo City Hall on Saturday, 27 April. At the opening, paintings dedicated to the work of Mak Dizdar were exhibited, …

The representatives of the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas participated in the workshop entitled „SPA project – strategic approaches and practical toolsfor sustainable financing of protected areas” from …

The students of the High School for Environment and Wood Design from Sarajevo worked on the arrangement of forest stands in the area of ​​the “Trebević” Protected Landscape as part …

Last year, the Institution successfully implemented test water bodies within the Nature Monument “Vrelo Bosne”, in the locality of Stojčevac, in order to try to attract and protect the endangered …

After a ten-minute ride on the Sarajevo cable car, the people of Sarajevo can come to Trebević and spend some time in an area without smog and the usual city …

On 4 April, a round table devoted to the protection of bats in Bosnia and Herzegovina was held in the premises of “Preporod” in Sarajevo, which was attended by representatives …

In the area of the Natural Monument “Vrelo Bosne”, public lighting was restored. Visitors are now able to enjoy the natural beauty of this area in the evening hours and will …

The Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, among other things, continuously works on the arrangement and restoration of forest stands. As a result of bark beetle progradation, clearings are …

A presentation of the results of the project „Establishment of continuous monitoring ofichthyofauna in protected natural areas of Sarajevo Canton“ was held on 22 March in the amphitheater of the …

The International Day of Forests was marked on 21 March, on the plateau in front of the arrival station of the cable car on Trebević in the organization of Cantonal …

A presentation of the project „Digital technologies and tourism: the role of virtual reality in the promotion and competitiveness of tourism in Bosnia and Herzegovina“ was held on 13 March …

As part of the city, yet separate from it, the Bentbaša area is an ideal place for walking and recreation or simply a break from the city’s everyday life. It …

In 2023, 1,171 visitors to the Nature Monument “Vrelo Bosne” gained free entry to the protected area based on 10 bottles inserted into the recycling machine. This means 11,171 fewer …

In the premises of the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, on 13 February, a meeting was held with Vahidin Lušija, president of the Association of Forestry Engineers and …

As part of the project “Genetic Monitoring of Forest Trees in the Area of ​​Protected Landscape of Trebević”, a lecture was held on 23 January in the premises of the …

The protected area of ​​Bijambare has something to offer visitors even in the winter months. Beautiful nature, clean air, peace and quiet, along with cleaned walkways, make this area suitable …

In the premises of Sarajevo Canton, on 19 January 2024, representatives of the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas attended a meeting organized by the Ministry of Economy of …

The area of ​​Vrelo Bosne with its extraordinary natural beauty, lakes and swans in them, as well as walkways and furniture is a very attractive place for visitors. The time …

In 2023, more than 400,000 tourists visited the Vrelo Bosne and Bijambare areas. There were 342,686 registered visitors to Vrelo Bosne. The largest number of visits was recorded in July, …

Research on orchid habitats in protected natural areas meant inventorying these valuable species and habitats and publishing the results. On 26 December, in the premises of the Institution, director Asad …

In the premises of the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, on 19 and 20 December, presentations were held for employees of the Institution in the field of occupational …

In the organization of the Cantonal Institution for Protected Natural Areas and in cooperation with USAID and UNDP, on 13 December, in the hotel “Hills” in Ilidža, the conference “Development …

On 5 December, the Director of Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas, Asad Jelešković, and his colleagues met the Director of the High School for Environment and Wood Design, …

As in other protected areas of Sarajevo Canton, food for game and birds has been placed in Bijambare. This activity enables fauna to survive in winter conditions and maintains their …

Representatives of the Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas , headed by the director Asad Jelešković, attended the conference on biomass, integral forest protection and the introduction of environmentally …

In the organization of the Ornithological Society “Our Birds” from Sarajevo, as part of the project “Protection of forest species of birds“, funded by the Ministry of Economy of Sarajevo …

Vrelo Bosne does not look the same throughout the seasons, its colors and uniforms change, so the visitor’s eye gets surprised by it. The same details are completely different in …

The representative of Cantonal Public Institution for Protected Natural Areas has recently participated in study tours in Estonia and Slovenia. After the “Green Destinations” conference in Estonia, a study tour …