[Skip to main content](#main-content) The Old Gravel forest in Nysum ================================ Discover our Old Gravel forest in Nysum, in Northern Denmark, our work there, and the trees you can buy. ![nysum](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/forest-01.jpg?d=240x135) [ Buy trees ](#forest_treeshop) [ See more photos ](#forest_gallery) ### About the Old Gravel forest in Nysum ### About the Old Gravel forest in Nysum We acquired the Old Gravel forest in Nysum in December 2023. It is an old gravel pit located in Northern Jutland about 30 kilometers south of Aalborg, Denmark’s 4th largest city. Read moreRead less ![nysum](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/forest-02.jpg?d=128x128) ![nysum](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/location-map.png?d=128x128) ### Key information Project start date: Dec 4, 2023 Certification: (In progress) Land area: 31.2 ha Social action: none Biodiversity features: Two forest ponds, a stream and an area with preserved Christmas trees. Temporarily closed to the public, the reopening is scheduled on 01/04 ### EcoTree’s initiatives ### EcoTree’s initiatives The area was previously a gravel pit, and thus, the soil is very gravelly and sandy. When the gravel pit was closed down, the site was re-established with a layer of soil, as heavy machinery had been working in the area, damaging the soil. Before we can do any planting in the area, we have to carefully prepare the soil. However, once the soil is prepped, it has a high potential for both sustainable forestry and biodiversity. The area is quite hilly with slopes, but is favourable for creating a beautiful and interesting forest with different heights. There is a smaller area (9.8 ha.) of the parcel with Christmas trees that will have to be cut in order to replant a more mixed-species forest. There is another area with old and overgrown Christmas trees, which will be preserved to create a forest climate when we plant new young trees in the gaps. We have planted the first part of the forest in Spring 2024, where we planted Sessile oak, Beech, Douglas fir, Linden, Birch, and Sycamore maple. We will plant a large variety of species to ensure the robustness and resilience of the forest. 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 26/05/2026 With 42,000 trees planted, this Danish forestry project has now reached 100,000 in total — turning a former gravel pit into a young forest. Species include wild cherry, hazel, pedunculate oak, maple, Douglas fir, and Sitka spruce, among others. ![Nysum Forest](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/nysum/2026-06-02/admin-7ac3b94be3325853_ecotree-nysum-planting-20-05-2026-13.jpg?d=128x128?d=128x128) ![Nysum Forest](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/nysum/2026-06-02/admin-41e783a614dfdc62_ecotree-nysum-planting-20-05-2026-03.jpg?d=128x128?d=128x128) ![Nysum Forest](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/nysum/2026-06-02/admin-f6d7e794784d447e_ecotree-nysum-planting-20-05-2026-08.jpg?d=128x128?d=128x128) ![Nysum Forest](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/nysum/2026-06-02/admin-7ac3b94be3325853_ecotree-nysum-planting-20-05-2026-13.jpg?d=240x135) ![Nysum Forest](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/nysum/2026-06-02/admin-41e783a614dfdc62_ecotree-nysum-planting-20-05-2026-03.jpg?d=240x135) ![Nysum Forest](https://info-field-reports.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/field-reports/forest/nysum/2026-06-02/admin-f6d7e794784d447e_ecotree-nysum-planting-20-05-2026-08.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 ![](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/04/b998f82957f4c4cc5ac71e18ca7f20e04edd967d.jpeg?d=240x135) ![Flag DK](https://img.ecotree.green/graphism/flags/dk.svg) Only 19 left! Unique species [See details](https://ecotree.green/en/article/8137) [Rowan](https://ecotree.green/en/article/8137) €18.75 Age: 0 to 2 years old The Old Gravel Forest in Nysum Nordjylland, Denmark Quantity Add to cart ![](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/05/cffd621dcc14f676d0fe0b1bf6182ea25e944c2e.png?d=240x135) ![Flag DK](https://img.ecotree.green/graphism/flags/dk.svg) Only 16 left! [See details](https://ecotree.green/en/article/4451) [Douglas fir](https://ecotree.green/en/article/4451) €18.75 Age: 2 to 4 years old The Old Gravel Forest in Nysum Nordjylland, Denmark Quantity Add to cart ![](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/04/cb313f2702234000f8bcfbddc3659f709d6a8976.jpg?d=240x135) ![Flag DK](https://img.ecotree.green/graphism/flags/dk.svg) Only 12 left! [See details](https://ecotree.green/en/article/4424) [Norway Spruce](https://ecotree.green/en/article/4424) €18.75 Age: 2 to 4 years old The Old Gravel Forest in Nysum Nordjylland, Denmark Quantity Add to cart ![](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/05/a3bac1f3bfe7097014d073a5ed13656d31851e3d.png?d=240x135) ![Flag DK](https://img.ecotree.green/graphism/flags/dk.svg) Only 11 left! [See details](https://ecotree.green/en/article/8108) [Hazel](https://ecotree.green/en/article/8108) €18.75 Age: 0 to 2 years old The Old Gravel Forest in Nysum Nordjylland, Denmark Quantity Add to cart ![](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/05/bbf503233e690bdf7d41810c968a5201a9fcec86.jpg?d=240x135) ![Flag DK](https://img.ecotree.green/graphism/flags/dk.svg) Only 7 left! [See details](https://ecotree.green/en/article/8139) [Ash](https://ecotree.green/en/article/8139) €18.75 Age: 0 to 2 years old The Old Gravel Forest in Nysum Nordjylland, Denmark Quantity Add to cart ![](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/05/df92dd11cbfeae6aee48aa9a20bf35cee9118475.png?d=240x135) ![Flag DK](https://img.ecotree.green/graphism/flags/dk.svg) Only 3 left! Popular [See details](https://ecotree.green/en/article/4089) [Sessile Oak](https://ecotree.green/en/article/4089) €18.75 Age: 2 to 4 years old The Old Gravel Forest in Nysum Nordjylland, Denmark Quantity Add to cart [ See more trees ](https://ecotree.green/en/treeshop) ### EcoTree’s actions for biodiversity ### EcoTree’s actions for biodiversity A gravel pit is not a haven for biodiversity, on the contrary, as heavy machinery has been working on the ground damaging the soil. Thus, we will need to establish a baseline for biodiversity by creating an inventory of the current plant and animal species present and then evaluate the development of the biodiversity during and after the first plantations. A stream runs through the corner of the forest, which we want to preserve and possibly restore. There are also two forest ponds, which we will preserve. These wetlands are important habitants for a wide range of flora and fauna, and will help improve the forest’s ecosystem. An area of the parcel has overmature Christmas trees, which cannot be harvested but are excellent for to create a healthy forest climate with gaps for new young trees and for biodiversity to flourish. Read moreRead less ![photo of a bird](https://img.ecotree.green/fauna/birds/bird-02.jpg?d=128x128) ### Join us in the forest Blog10 reasons forests need more than one tree speciesSep 3, 2026 [](https://ecotree.green/en/blog/10-reasons-forests-need-more-than-one-species) 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) [ See all articles ](https://ecotree.green/en/blog) ### Delve into The Old Gravel Forest in Nysum See pictures from the project. ##### Delve into The Old Gravel Forest in Nysum ![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/01.jpg?d=240x135) ![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/02.jpg?d=240x135) ![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/03.jpg?d=240x135) ![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/04.jpg?d=240x135) ![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/05.jpg?d=240x135) ![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/06.jpg?d=240x135) PreviousNext ![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/01.jpg?d=240x135)![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/02.jpg?d=240x135)![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/03.jpg?d=240x135)![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/04.jpg?d=240x135)![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/05.jpg?d=240x135)![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/06.jpg?d=240x135) ![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/01.jpg?d=240x135) ![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/02.jpg?d=240x135) ![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/03.jpg?d=240x135) ![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/04.jpg?d=240x135) ![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/05.jpg?d=240x135) ![Nysum Forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/nysum/gallery/06.jpg?d=240x135) See more photos ![ecotree](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/drone/lanrivain-fr-03.jpg?d=70x70)Iain has started a [subscription of 1 tree in Denmark](/en/grow-your-own-danish-forests) ![ecotree](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/drone/lanrivain-fr-03.jpg?d=70x70)Steven has started a [subscription of 1 tree in France](/en/grow-your-own-forests) ![ecotree](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/drone/lanrivain-fr-03.jpg?d=70x70)Nicole has started a [subscription of 1 tree in Denmark](/en/grow-your-own-danish-forests) ![ecotree](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/drone/lanrivain-fr-03.jpg?d=70x70)Cara has started a [subscription of 1 tree in France](/en/grow-your-own-forests) ![ecotree](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/drone/lanrivain-fr-03.jpg?d=70x70)Kirsten True has started a [subscription of 1 tree in Denmark](/en/grow-your-own-danish-forests) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/06/f91e0b25823b09bca2f5ea4a1f0d2e1a28307f5e.jpg?d=70x70)vincent purchased [3 European Nettle Trees](https://ecotree.green/en/article/7489) from Laneuville forest (Meuse, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/03/b1b8a9938a34b535f2adfc8025e4b11919a70e2c.jpeg?d=70x70)Emmanuelle gave away [2 Wild cherry](https://ecotree.green/en/article/7663) from Priziac forest (Morbihan, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/pack/0001/05/a1e24ab8f20ac24766e4c73e7cebe50b6a6e9f84.png?d=70x70)Konstantina gave away [1 Mature Forest Bundle bundle](https://ecotree.green/en/article/8239) from Laneuville forest (Meuse, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/06/96105ed8287751db1269defde9fbf8e13ce62c7e.jpg?d=70x70)Baron gave away [1 Sitka Spruce](https://ecotree.green/en/article/7642) from Priziac forest (Morbihan, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/06/e967dd49c294597ffbeb9475558178c92de29010.jpg?d=70x70)Anton gave away [1 Pedunculate Oak](https://ecotree.green/en/article/7959) from Laneuville forest (Meuse, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/hero/0001/06/77ce892186a469099f862e2969a72952340b59a2.jpg?d=70x70)Kevin helped preserve 26 m² of the [m2 of ecosystem restoration – Briec Peatland ](https://ecotree.green/en/article/7199) project in Briec Forest (Finistère, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/hero/0001/06/77bf71ca9c6ce899d41551b1353e2df049fc54c0.jpg?d=70x70)Michel helped preserve 10.01 m² of the [m2 of biodiversity in Thisted forest ](https://ecotree.green/en/article/3576) project in Thisted Forest (Nordjylland, DK) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/06/e967dd49c294597ffbeb9475558178c92de29010.jpg?d=70x70)Danijela gave away [1 Pedunculate Oak](https://ecotree.green/en/article/7959) from Laneuville forest (Meuse, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/06/e967dd49c294597ffbeb9475558178c92de29010.jpg?d=70x70)Danijela gave away [1 Pedunculate Oak](https://ecotree.green/en/article/7959) from Laneuville forest (Meuse, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/hero/0001/06/77ce892186a469099f862e2969a72952340b59a2.jpg?d=70x70)Walter helped preserve 25 m² of the [m2 of ecosystem restoration – Briec Peatland ](https://ecotree.green/en/article/7199) project in Briec Forest (Finistère, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/06/27f41525219097d378ed49cf99c36a3e10903216.jpg?d=70x70)Carolyn gave away [1 Field maple](https://ecotree.green/en/article/7829) from Laneuville forest (Meuse, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/hero/0001/05/dc7bd18164c5e8be1dc69c2aa3f14ca0e5d8cfaf.jpg?d=70x70)English helped preserve 17.29 m² of the [Restoration of burned forests in the Aude department, France ](https://ecotree.green/en/article/8213) project in Aude forest (Aude, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/04/b998f82957f4c4cc5ac71e18ca7f20e04edd967d.jpeg?d=70x70)Femke gave away [1 Rowan](https://ecotree.green/en/article/8137) from The Old Gravel Forest in Nysum (Nordjylland, DK) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/05/371965866dca3bba57b5231a406981a2324454a4.png?d=70x70)Amy gave away [1 Red Cedar](https://ecotree.green/en/article/7604) from Priziac forest (Morbihan, FR) ### Added. 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