The forest of Paimpont is the largest remnant of an ancient forest occupying Argoat, the interior region of Brittany. It was more often called the forest of Brécélien, but its ancient character and other qualities underlined by many authors decided on its name of “forest of Brocéliande”, tallying of the adventures of the legend of the Round Table. This flattering designation was reinforced by the birth of the Pays de Brocéliande at the end of the 20th century, an institution intended to facilitate the development of the communes of the west of the département.
The Legend of the Chêne à Guillotin : The oak would have been used as a refuge to the abbot Guillotin during the period of Terror. He hide in the trunk and stayed several days in it.
This tree is about 1000 years old. It is 20m high and 9.65m diameter but the most impressive is that it is hollow. Since 2000, it is protected by the National Forests Office who made arrangements to protect it: cables, wooden terrace, cage.
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I love the idea of a tree which is known to have stood in one place for a thousand years. It’s wonderful that there are records of that kind.
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There are some oaks in my country which are really very old, about a thousand years. Witness of History…. Thank you very much !
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Such a beautiful tree and you have captured it so well. Oaks are such wise trees. It’s amazing to imagine what that tree has witnessed over it’s long life 🙂
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I do agree with you. I’m so happy to share it . Thanks a lot, Judith ! 🙂
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Wow, Nicole. That’s really interesting! Thank you. 🙂 Blessings and love. Debbie
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Thank you very much, Debbie ! It’s really a magical spot .
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A heritage tree if we can call it so! It looks so healthy .. hope it stays so for many more years…
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Exactly ! The tree is healthy and very well cared. But, who knows… a storm…
Thank you very much, Archana !
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Wow! That is so beautiful and old. Can’t imagine the years and times this Oak must have seen. Thank you for joining. Lovely shots.
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Thanks a lot, Parul ! I am glad you like it.
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A thousand year old oak! There is a massive live oak in the state of South Carolina that is around 400-500 years old but nothing as majestic as this.
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There are some trees that really puzzle us.Thank you very much, Alana !
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Now that’s a really old tree. It kind of seems invincible doesn’t it? I wonder what it has seen all these years .
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They become part of our History. They are the great witnesses of our Past. Thanks a lot !
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1000 years old? wow! that sounds awesome!
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Well, I know another tree which is over than 1000 years near the place where I live. Thank you very much !
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I am impressed with this tree, living for 1000 years old and taking a closer look its overwhelming:)
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Oh, yes ! I can understand that so well… Thanks a lot, Angela ! 🙂
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