Forest ecosystems of the Šumava Mts. and their management

Abstract

The introductory presentation summarizes natural conditions of the area of interest, state of local forest ecosystems and consequent management rules in this National Park and Protected Landscape Area. It describes area delimitation, natural conditions (geology, geomorphology, hydrology and climat, soils, vegetation, forest stands, their dynamics, healthy status). All these syntheses are a basis for forest management and forestry in this region, respecting forest state and forestry aims, as well as the nature protection targets.