Beech forests of Europe Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
transnational UNESCO world heritage site
About Beech forests of Europe
From being confined to mountain ranges, the European Beech (Fagus sylvatica) has, thanks to its adaptability, spread across most of the continent since the end of the last Ice Age. Beech forests are much darker than for instance the boreal forests found further north; the dense trees prevent sunlight from reaching the ground and this also means less ground vegetation. Perhaps the signature forest of Central and Southeastern Europe, 92,023.24 ha of forests (not including buffer zones) make up this natural world heritage site. Beech wood is valued for its strength and nearly white colour. Many beech forests have been cleared, or are used for industrial forestry.
Beech forests of Europe Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 3 sections including: