The Mysterious Wonder of Basque Country’s Otzarreta Forest

May 29, 2026

This image, taken by Hector Prada, captures a hiker standing inside the hollow of an ancient tree within the Basque Country of Spain. The tree is situated in the Otzarreta Forest, part of the Gorbea Natural Park in Northern Spain. These ancient trees are beech trees that were historically pruned for charcoal production, resulting in their unique, twisted shapes. The forest is known for its lush green moss covering the roots and trunk, often shrouded in a dense, mystical fog.

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