Oak forest
This young oak forest is part of the land regeneration process that Amalurra carried out over the years, creating gardens and reforesting a landscape that had been previously degraded
In the first attempt at reforestation, the trees did not take root due to the dry soil and withered away. We tilled the land, covered it with straw, and supported the fertilization process with ceremonies. We then replanted 3,500 oak trees, each one with an intention, a prayer, and a hope. This time, they took root with strength, giving rise to a dense forest that represents both an act of gratitude for the generosity of the Earth and a conscious gesture of reparation for the impact our actions—often unconscious—have on the balance of life. With this act, we began to truly listen to the Earth’s call for care, a call so often ignored or violated due to our disconnection. Thus, the oak grove was born.
The oak—haritza in Basque—holds the wisdom of this land. In the Basque tradition, it is a sacred tree, associated with grounding, ancestral wisdom, and justice. In the past, communities would gather beneath its branches to deliberate and make important collective decisions. At Amalurra, it is a symbol of both future and memory.
As they grow, the oaks deepen our connection to the land, to our cultural identity, and to the responsibility of caring for what we have received. They are living antennas through which we can reconnect with the deep legacy the Earth holds within.
Over time, this forest has become a space for quiet, contemplative walks.
