Park prirode Učka / Učka Nature Park jobs and careers

About Park prirode Učka / Učka Nature Park

Učka Nature Park spreads over the mountain Učka and part of the mountainous plateau of Ćićarija, and is located along the north Adriatic coast on one of the northest points of the Mediterranean. It was founded in 1999. because of its specific relief and the closeness of the sea, geological structures, and distinctive climate, as well as the cultural heritage with archaeological findings. To this must be added other rich habitats such as meadows and other anthropogenic ones inhabited by a vast number of endemic, endangered, and protected plant and animal species, making it one of the most distinguished biodiversity points in Europe. The headquarters of the Učka Nature Park is in the new Visiter Centre „Poklon“. Interpretive, educational, tourist, conference and office facilities have found their place in it. It is at 930 meters above sea level, which makes it truly unique on a local and global scale. The central point of the Center is a multimedia interpretation exhibition. In a modern and interactive way, it presents the natural, cultural and historical values of the Učka Nature Park and surrounding areas, with an emphasis on the needs of its protection and preservation.