REZERVATIA NATURALA CODRII

The oldest scientific nature reserve in the country is located near the village of Lozova, 50 km from Chișinău. Named Codrii in the Codru region, it was recognized as a national park on 27 September 1971, on 5,009 ha. It is divided into three zones: a strictly protected zone, a buffer zone and an intermediate zone. Scientists are fascinated by the abundance of nature, in flora and fauna, some species of which are unfortunately close to extinction. Here you can admire the noble deer, the wild cat, the badger, the marten, the weasel. Among the protected birds are the great spotted eagle, the buzzard, the harrier and the bee-eater. Nearly 1,000 species of plants are listed, half of the flora specific to Moldova, with 43 species of mammals, 145 birds, 7 reptiles, 10 fish, and more than 8,000 species of forest trees, not counting insects. The sumptuous oaks and beeches are the masters of Codrii. This area plays an important role as a true sanctuary of biodiversity, with centuries-old forests of rare beauty. The perimeter of the reserve includes a representative grassland area and a nature museum. The museum lists the fauna and flora present in the reserve as well as detailed maps of the area (many stuffed animals: wolves, wild cats, deer...).

It is possible to sleep on site, some rooms are provided for this purpose.