| Name | European bee-eater nesting site in Župjek |
| Full Address | Slovenija, Štajerska, Župjek |
| Koordinate | 46.0095077, 15.6839257 |
| Spletna stran/vir | visit site |
The European bee-eater nesting site in Župjek near Bizeljsko is a calm nature outing for bird lovers, families, and photographers. In an abandoned quartz-sand quarry, the bee-eater (Merops apiaster) has established one of the most colorful bird colonies in Slovenia. According to local official sources, this is the country’s oldest continuous colony.
The site is attractive because it lets you observe nesting birds from an arranged hide and learn more from the information boards on site. Kozjanski Park notes that the birds are best observed in early June, while Visit Brežice highlights the second half of June and the start of July as the key time for watching adults bring food to the chicks.
The bee-eater is a protected species, so visitors should keep quiet, stay away from the nesting walls, and observe only from designated points. Photography is allowed only from the marked hides. Access to the photo hide requires advance booking with the Kozjanski Park ranger service. This is a nature site first and foremost, so respectful behavior matters.
This is a good short stop or part of a wider day in Bizeljsko and the Brežice area. If you are planning a full day out, you can combine it with other nearby nature or wine-country stops.
Tip: always check the official Kozjanski Park or Visit Brežice site for seasonal access, rules, and photo arrangements.
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