After the Fires: The Landes Forest Seeks a More Resilient Model

Bordeaux - 29 July 2026: Following the severe forest fires in Gironde and the Landes department, discussions are beginning on restoring the destroyed forest areas, even as protection and firefighting operations continue. On 27 July, the Interior Ministry reported exceptionally large fires in both departments. The question now is how to make the forest less vulnerable to fire in the future.At the heart of the issue is the maritime pine, which defines the Landes forest massif. It is adapted to nutrient-poor sandy soils and the Atlantic climate, and therefore remains ...