The Mura River in Slovenia, partly bordering Austria and Croatia, has been included in the Natura 2000 network and hosts the largest floodplain forest in Slovenia. The border stretch to Croatia is a unique example of natural, dynamic rivers with large, still shifting meanders and colonies of sand martin in the natural river banks. Wooden mills on the Mura are evidence of a long lasting culture and sustainable use of the river, and are now important tourist attractions.