Into the Carpathian Wild

European wildlife is threatened like never before, but in the Carpathian Mountains it has found its last great refuge. 

Home to Europe's most extensive primeval forests and the continent's largest populations of bears, wolves and lynx, the Carpathians are a stronghold of biodiversity. 

Follow the lives of this remarkable wildlife over the course of a year to reveal how each species is connected to the wider ecosystem. Together, they sustain a landscape that protects biodiversity, stores carbon and safeguards life-giving water, making the Carpathians one of Europe's most vital natural treasures.

Show Info

Network: United Kingdom National Geographic Wild (2026 - now)
Schedule: Wednesdays at 19:00 (60 min)
Status: Running
Show Type: Documentary
Episodes ordered: 4 episodes

Official site: www.natgeotv.com

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Previous Episode

Winter

Episode 1x04; Sep 23, 2026

Gripped by ice in winter, the Carpathian Mountains teem with life thanks to adaptations that help animals survive. Chamois' hooves enable them to race down cliffs, crossbills' hooked beaks pluck seeds from pinecones, and capercaillie digest pine need…

Previous Episodes

Episode NameAirdateTrailer
1x04: WinterSep 23, 2026
1x03: AutumnSep 16, 2026
1x02: SummerSep 9, 2026
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