Fir and beech forests

The forest you walk through on this hike mainly consists of fir trees, although there are a few smaller deciduous trees, such as rowans, willows, elders and boxwood. The tracks through the mountains are directly linked to the wood industry.Beech trees, which can reach up to 30 to 40 metres in height, is almost entirely absent from Vésubie. There is nevertheless a beautiful such forest at Peïra-Cava. The two trees which can be seen on the ridge towards Col de Turini are perhaps a sign that this wood is expanding its territory.Beech nuts are edible and can also be turned into oil. Note the smooth bark that beech trees have, even very old ones.