Tannourine Cedars Forest Nature Reserve

Tannourine Cedars Forest Nature Reserve The Tannourine Cedar Forest Nature Reserve created by virtue of Law No. 9 on February 25, 1999.

The reserve is managed by a committee in cooperation with the Ministry of Environment. The reserve protects the largest and most dense cedar forest of cedar in Lebanon (625ha). The cedars accounts for more than 80% of the total number of trees exceed 2,500,000 trees. Other trees that can be found are oaks, junipers and maples living all together. The unique geography and topography of the forest p

rotected the forest from human exploitation. Since 2006, the reserve has been declared an "important bird area (IBA). The reserve constitutes an ecological and scientific niche of plant and animal biodiversity. La réserve naturelle de la forêt des cèdres de Tannourine a été créée en vertu de la Loi n° 9 le 25 février 1999. La réserve est gérée par un comité de la réserve naturelle de la forêt des cèdres de Tannourine en coopération avec le Ministère de l'Environnement. La réserve protège la plus grande et la plus dense forêt de cèdre au Liban (625ha). Elle est composée à plus de 80% de cèdre du Liban et leur nombre dépasse les 2,500,000 arbres, les autres espèces étant des chênes, genévriers et érables en mélange. La géographie et la topographie unique de la forêt ont protégé le domaine de l'activité humaine excessive. De plus, et depuis 2006, elle est déclarée "zone importante pour les oiseaux" (IBA). La réserve constitue une niche écologique et scientifique en matière de biodiversité végétale et animale.

24/06/2026

🌲 إنجاز جديد يُضاف إلى مسيرة محمية أرز تنورين الطبيعية.

افتتحت المحمية درباً مخصصاً لذوي التحديات البصرية، في خطوة رائدة تعزز مفهوم السياحة البيئية الدامجة وتجعل الطبيعة متاحة لجميع أفراد المجتمع.

🌲 A new milestone for the Tannourine Cedar Forest Nature Reserve.

The Reserve has inaugurated a dedicated trail for visually impaired visitors, promoting inclusive ecotourism and reinforcing the belief that nature should be accessible to everyone.

17/05/2026

Spring has finally returned to the Tannourine Cedar Forest Nature Reserve after a long and harsh winter, bringing renewed life and vitality to the reserve. The landscape is once again turning green, wildflowers are blooming across the forest floor, and the cedar ecosystem is showing encouraging signs of recovery and resilience.

At the same time, field observations indicate a noticeable decrease in the population of the cedar sawfly compared to previous periods, reflecting the positive influence of improved environmental conditions on forest health.

Nevertheless, continued vigilance remains essential. Some ecological niches and localized areas within the reserve may remain more vulnerable than others due to variations in altitude, exposure, microclimate, and previous stress factors. Continuous monitoring will therefore remain a key component in preserving the health and resilience of this unique cedar ecosystem

Spring has finally returned to the Tannourine Cedar Forest Nature Reserve after a long winter, bringing renewed life and...
17/05/2026

Spring has finally returned to the Tannourine Cedar Forest Nature Reserve after a long winter, bringing renewed life and vitality to the reserve. The landscape is once again turning green, wildflowers are blooming across the forest floor, and the cedar ecosystem is showing encouraging signs of recovery and resilience.

At the same time, field observations indicate a noticeable decrease in the population of the cedar sawfly Cephalcia tannourinensis compared to previous periods, reflecting the positive influence of improved environmental conditions on forest health.

Nevertheless, continued vigilance remains essential. Some ecological niches and localized areas within the reserve may remain more vulnerable than others due to variations in altitude, exposure, microclimate, and previous stress factors. Continuous monitoring will therefore remain a key component in preserving the health and resilience of this unique cedar ecosystem.

The Tannourine Cedar Forest Nature Reserve represented by Nabil Nemer committee member of the reserve and professional e...
18/02/2026

The Tannourine Cedar Forest Nature Reserve represented by Nabil Nemer committee member of the reserve and professional expert in biodiversity and ecosystem management, has proudly participated in a specialized international training program on Biodiversity Conservation and Human–Nature Coexistence.

This specialized training program on Biodiversity Conservation and Human–Nature Coexistence, hosted at the Carabinieri Forestry School – CoEEP in Sabaudia, Italy, is implemented within the framework of the UNDP–STEP4Nature Project, funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Italian Republic through the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS).

This participation contributes to strengthening the reserve’s institutional and technical capacities, reinforcing its commitment to international best practices in biodiversity conservation, sustainable forest management, and harmonious human–nature coexistence. The knowledge and experience gained will directly support ongoing and future conservation strategies within the Tannourine Cedar Forest Nature Reserve.
italiana per la cooperazione allo sviluppo - ufficio di beirut
UNDP Lebanon
AiCS

24/12/2025

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