[Skip to main content](#main-content) Faouët 5 forest ================= Discover our Faouët 5 forest in Brittany, the work we do there and the trees you can buy ![foret-du-faouet-5](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-du-faouet-5/forest-01.jpg?d=240x135) [ Buy trees ](#forest_treeshop) [ See more photos ](#forest_gallery) ### About Faouët 5 forest ### About Faouët 5 forest The Faouët forest is located in Brittany in France and is divided into 5 plots that we acquired between 2017 and 2022. The various plots are bordered by two rivers and cover nearly 50 hectares in total.Our objective is to have uneven-aged stands on all the plots, while at the same time enriching the existing biodiversity and increasing the production of timber and industrial wood within the framework of sustainable forestry. We took over the management of Faouët 5 i March 2022, where we have planted [Poplar](/en/species/21), [Douglas fir,](/en/species/2)[Maritime fir](/en/species/7), Beech, Monterey fir, and [Normand fir](/en/species/15). Read moreRead less ![foret-du-faouet-5](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-du-faouet-5/forest-02.jpg?d=128x128) ![foret-du-faouet-5](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-du-faouet-5/location-map.png?d=128x128) ### Key information Project start date: Mar 26, 2022 Certification: (In progress) Land area: 28.18 ha Social action: none Biodiversity features: Wetland, Natura 2000 zone (habitats directive), ZNIEFF (type II) and a stream. Open to the public: 01/03 to 01/09 ### EcoTree’s initiatives ### EcoTree’s initiatives This plot was acquired in 2022. Soil preparation was done to enable the planting of poplars, maritime pines and Douglas firs. They were planted in 2023 and protected by Trico and tree guards. Read moreRead less ![ecotree forester at work](https://img.ecotree.green/humans/team-ecotree/at-work/in-ploerdut-01.jpg?d=128x128) ### News from the field 7/7/26 The Poplars have grown very well. ![react.foret-du-faouet-5](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/foret-du-faouet-5/2026-07-07/admin-e1ad1a73d7f9e36c_20260703_132758.jpg?d=128x128?d=128x128) ![react.foret-du-faouet-5](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/foret-du-faouet-5/2026-07-07/admin-e1ad1a73d7f9e36c_20260703_132758.jpg?d=240x135) PreviousNext 7/7/26 An oak tree that fell this winter following the flooding in the poplar grove. ![react.foret-du-faouet-5](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/foret-du-faouet-5/2026-07-22/admin-c807f81be51283c5_20260703_133903.jpg?d=128x128?d=128x128) ![react.foret-du-faouet-5](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/foret-du-faouet-5/2026-07-22/admin-c807f81be51283c5_20260703_133903.jpg?d=240x135) PreviousNext 7/7/26 A fence covered in bindweed. ![react.foret-du-faouet-5](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/foret-du-faouet-5/2026-07-22/admin-aa7d1b904f178391_20260703_134207.jpg?d=128x128?d=128x128) ![react.foret-du-faouet-5](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/foret-du-faouet-5/2026-07-22/admin-b28d43cac9b8d091_20260703_134213.jpg?d=128x128?d=128x128) ![react.foret-du-faouet-5](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/foret-du-faouet-5/2026-07-22/admin-aa7d1b904f178391_20260703_134207.jpg?d=240x135) ![react.foret-du-faouet-5](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/foret-du-faouet-5/2026-07-22/admin-b28d43cac9b8d091_20260703_134213.jpg?d=240x135) PreviousNext [ See more ](#) See less [ See all news ](https://ecotree.green/en/news-from-the-field) ### Our trees available for purchase Discover the trees that inhabit the forest, become owners and support their sustainable management There are currently no trees for sale in this forest. [ See more trees ](https://ecotree.green/en/treeshop) ### EcoTree’s actions for biodiversity ### EcoTree’s actions for biodiversity An Index of Potential Biodiversity (IBP) has been carried out on this plot, which revealed some interesting information about the existing ecosystem, particularly within the 10 hectares that were already planted, where den trees were marked to increase the amount of standing deadwood and fallen wood. We have also preserved a hedge and work is planned to maintain the wetland in the best possible condition. The presence of sago pondweed (a perennial aquatic plant) is proof of the relative purity of the water in the Diarnelez stream that borders the plot. Read moreRead less ![photo of a bird](https://img.ecotree.green/fauna/birds/bird-02.jpg?d=128x128) ### Join us in the forest BlogEmpCo and nature-based claims: Why generic ESG advice falls short for forest and biodiversity communicationsJul 23, 2026 [](https://ecotree.green/en/blog/forest-biodiversity-claims-empco) BlogBefore you pack your bag: you slow travel guide to a greener summerJun 23, 2026 [](https://ecotree.green/en/blog/before-you-pack-your-bag-you-slow-travel-guide-to-a-greener-summer) BlogYour trees have stories to tell: Here are 5 ways to follow themJun 16, 2026 [](https://ecotree.green/en/blog/stay-updated-on-your-trees-and-nature-projects) [ See all articles ](https://ecotree.green/en/blog) ### Delve into Faouët 5 Forest See pictures from the project. ##### Delve into Faouët 5 Forest ![react.foret-du-faouet-5](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-du-faouet-5/gallery/01.jpg?d=240x135) 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