THE FOREST OF THE GAVRE
The forest covers 4,500 hectares, it owes its name to the word Celtic Gaor which means goat, deer. She was the property of the Duke of Brittany, after being attached to the royal domain. It was only after 1789 that she became a state. Its wide range, its magnificent alleys the variety of its essences make it not only the largest forest in Brittany but also one of the most beautiful. It is also the only state forest in Loire-Atlantique. The Wasp Forest welcomes the public throughout the year. To discover the forest environments and their different facets, equipment is available: Hiking trails, hiking trails, educational trails, kiosk, arboretum… The forest is composed of hardwood, such as sessile oak, beech, maple tree, woodwork and softwood, such as Scots pine, marine pine and pine. You can cross large game such as elaph deer, deer and wild boars. The hares are rare, but you may have the chance to meet foxes, fouls, shades and even badgers. The bird population is very important. It includes some remarkable nocturnal species such as hulotte owl or enigmatic. Hundreds of kilometers of paths and trails are available for hikers. Also think of reserving your discovery trips, for some euros you can, among other things, watch the deer's brace, take a trapper looking for animal fingerprints, or pick mushrooms. An essential place to recharge batteries from the whole family.
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