In the thesis we studied the opinion of forest visitors about the forest space in the edge area of the Triglav National Park. The aim of the research was to assess the visitors' opinion on the forest area and the multifunctional use of forests, and to check whether the opinions have changed due to the COVID–19 epidemic. The data basis of the analysis consisted of a survey conducted among 100 visitors to the forest area. Statistical differences between visitors according to gender, age and distance of residence from the forest and their opinion of the forest area were examined, both before and during the COVID–19 epidemic. Opinions before the COVID–19 epidemic showed that differences in the importance of forest ecosystem services and disturbance factors and visitors exist. We also found that information about the forest area and its condition varies between age groups. The most common reason for visiting the forest is to walk or hike, followed by collecting goods. For more than half of the respondents, there has been no change in their views on the value of services and impacts of forest space since the epidemic. The results of this thesis provide insights into the opinions and perceptions of visitors, which can serve as a basis for further studies on human–environment relations and provide valuable feedback to planners and managers of the Triglav National Park peripheral area.
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