🌲 Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Transnational UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning 18 countries
📋 Fast Facts
- 94 component parts across 18 European countries
- Beech forests have continuously expanded since the end of the last Ice Age
- Demonstrates post-glacial recolonisation of an entire continent
- Designated UNESCO World Heritage Site in recognition of ecological significance
This transnational property encompasses 94 distinct forest component parts distributed across 18 countries, representing one of Europe's most significant ecological ensembles. The ancient beech forests document the continuous spread of European Beech from isolated refuge areas following the last Ice Age, a process that unfolded over several thousand years and remains active today. The designation recognises the forests' outstanding universal value as evidence of natural recolonisation on a ...