Ploemel forest ================ Discover our Ploemel forest in Brittany, the work we do there and the trees you can buy ![foret-de-ploemel](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/forest-01.jpg?d=240x135) [ Buy trees ](#forest_treeshop) [ See more photos ](#forest_gallery) ### About Ploemel forest ### About Ploemel forest Near the town of Auray in Brittany in France, the Ploemel forest extends over about ten hectares. Since we took over management of the forest, 9,000 tree seedlings have been planted. The planting was carried out over a surface area of 6 hectares and consists mainly of [maritime pine](/en/species/7) and Monterey pine, two species that are particularly well adapted to the sandy loam soil of this region of southern Brittany. A honey hedge borders the plot to the east. There is also a wetland of around 2 hectares, embankments and old trees that we are preserving along a 2.6-hectares surface area, as well as a honey hedge. Read moreRead less ![foret-de-ploemel](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/forest-02.jpg?d=128x128) ![foret-de-ploemel](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/location-map.svg?d=128x128) ### Key information Project start date: Dec 17, 2021 Certification: (In progress) Land area: 10.63 ha Social action: none version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"? Biodiversity features: Biodiversity features: honey hedge, wetland, embankment, senescence plot Open to the public: 01/03 to 01/09 ### EcoTree’s initiatives ### EcoTree’s initiatives This area was acquired in December 2021.A planting project was initiated as soon as it came under our management. In 2022, a soil survey was conducted to determine the most suitable tree species for planting on this site. This is how maritime pine and Monterey pine were chosen, and after tilling the soil, they were planted on 6 hectares. Over the next few years, additional work is planned to continue planting on this plot. In particular, soil preparation will need to be carried out, and the saplings will be protected from wildlife through the application of [Trico](https://ecotree.green/en/blog/how-to-protect-trees-with-trico-a-natural-animal-repellent), a natural repellent. The plot will also be [PEFC certified](https://ecotree.green/en/blog/what-does-it-mean-to-be-pefc-certified). Read moreRead less ![ecotree forester at work](https://img.ecotree.green/humans/team-ecotree/at-work/in-ploerdut-01.jpg?d=128x128) ### 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 Actions are being taken to preserve the nearly 2-hectare [wetland](https://ecotree.green/en/blog/what-are-wetlands-and-why-does-our-planet-need-them) present on the site. We also encourage the presence of old trees, dead trees (which still contribute to biodiversity) and den trees by creating a senescence plot. Similarly, existing embankments on the site and a diversity of tree species along the woodland edge are preserved and reinforced where necessary. We have planted a 378 metre honey hedge to encourage the presence of pollinating insects and birds. Read moreRead less ![photo of a bird](https://img.ecotree.green/fauna/birds/bird-02.jpg?d=128x128) ### Join us in the forest BlogRooted in progress: What’s new in your digital forest?Mar 19, 2026 [](https://ecotree.green/en/blog/rooted-in-progress-what-s-new-in-your-digital-forest) BlogForest biodiversity: How insects, trees & habitats keep ecosystems aliveFeb 19, 2026 [](https://ecotree.green/en/blog/forest-biodiversity-how-insects-trees-habitats-keep-ecosystems-alive) BlogWhat are wetlands and why does our planet need them?Feb 3, 2026 [](https://ecotree.green/en/blog/what-are-wetlands-and-why-does-our-planet-need-them) [ See all articles ](https://ecotree.green/en/blog) ### Delve into Ploemel Forest See pictures from the project. ##### Delve into Ploemel Forest ![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/01.jpg?d=240x135) ![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/02.jpg?d=240x135) ![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/03.jpg?d=240x135) ![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/04.jpg?d=240x135) ![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/05.jpg?d=240x135) PreviousNext ![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/01.jpg?d=240x135)![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/02.jpg?d=240x135)![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/03.jpg?d=240x135)![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/04.jpg?d=240x135)![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/05.jpg?d=240x135) ![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/01.jpg?d=240x135) ![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/02.jpg?d=240x135) ![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/03.jpg?d=240x135) ![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/04.jpg?d=240x135) ![Ploemel forest](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/forests/foret-de-ploemel/gallery/05.jpg?d=240x135) See more photos ![ecotree](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/drone/lanrivain-fr-03.jpg?d=70x70)graham 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)Raphaël has started a [subscription of 2 trees in Denmark](/en/grow-your-own-danish-forests) ![ecotree](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/drone/lanrivain-fr-03.jpg?d=70x70)Chloe has started a [subscription of 3 trees in France](/en/grow-your-own-forests) ![ecotree](https://img.ecotree.green/flora/drone/lanrivain-fr-03.jpg?d=70x70)Heta 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)Adrian has started a [subscription of 1 tree in Denmark](/en/grow-your-own-danish-forests) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/hero/0001/05/3999b46899e4791fd1ff5dccab53f800a2c7edc5.jpg?d=70x70)Thu Trang helped preserve 10.05 m² of the [m2 of restored natural ecosystem in Nouic Forest, France ](https://ecotree.green/en/article/6243) project in Nouïc Forest (Haute-Vienne, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/05/ad2a046f70a19b5676020f6a34c3b596539cbcd6.jpg?d=70x70)English purchased [1 Corsican Pine](https://ecotree.green/en/article/7383) from Laneuville forest (Meuse, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/pack/0001/06/73607ab34b5ac5f0887ab02d21bb04b8de505aa2.jpg?d=70x70)Margit gave away [1 Newly planted forest bundle bundle](https://ecotree.green/en/article/7205) from Different regions (DK) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/hero/0001/05/ba0ad016319bc69697b63bae5029778fb1593a24.jpg?d=70x70)Pierre-Olivier helped preserve 1 m² of the [m2 of restored natural ecosystem in Pézarches Forest, France ](https://ecotree.green/en/article/6248) project in Pézarches Forest (Seine-et-Marne, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/hero/0001/05/ba0ad016319bc69697b63bae5029778fb1593a24.jpg?d=70x70)Pierre-Olivier helped preserve 1 m² of the [m2 of restored natural ecosystem in Pézarches Forest, France ](https://ecotree.green/en/article/6248) project in Pézarches Forest (Seine-et-Marne, FR) ![ecotree](https://bocdn.ecotree.green/essence/0001/05/c98a25ab9a107f95c0a74bd9643dc8e333f33154.png?d=70x70)GILLES purchased [1 Hazel](https://ecotree.green/en/article/4090) from The Old Gravel Forest in Nysum (Nordjylland, DK) ### It's in the bag, great choice! 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