Austria's Wild Heritage - One Country Six National Parks
From mighty peaks, formed by powerful natural forces, to one of the last largely intact floodplain landscapes in central Europe; from vast, sunbaked plains that provide refuge for innumerable creatures have only recently returned to the ravines of the border regions – Austria’s national parks were created to protect some of the most diverse, captivating landscapes and fascinating species at the heart of the European continent.
Overview
From mighty peaks, formed by powerful natural forces, to one of the last largely intact floodplain landscapes in central Europe; from vast, sunbaked plains that provide refuge for innumerable creatures have only recently returned to the ravines of the border regions – Austria’s national parks were created to protect some of the most diverse, captivating landscapes and fascinating species at the heart of the European continent.
Episodes
1. The Origins
Starting with a conflict over a proposed power plant, discover how civil disobedience led to the creation of Austria's six national park.
2. The Challenges
Explores the challenges of the future in Austria's national parks that aims to preserve all fascinating species of animals.
Cast & Crew
Howard Nightingall
Narrator (English)
Otto Clemens
Narrator (German)
