Cyprus Department of Forests announces Christmas tree sales

The Cyprus Department of Forests has announced that natural Christmas trees will be available for purchase by the public from Wednesday, November 25, to Friday, December 18, 2026. Sales will occur exclusively on weekdays, Monday through Friday, between 08:00 and 14:30. These trees are being offered at ten designated forest stations across the country, including Athalassa, Larnaca, Dhekelia, Fasouri, Limassol, Parekklisia, Paphos/Geroskipou, Gialia, Panagia, and Platania.

All trees provided for sale are sourced from thinning forest plantations as part of forestry management operations designed to improve overall tree growth and reduce environmental competition. The Department of Forests emphasizes that the unauthorized felling, possession, or transportation of Christmas trees is a criminal offense under the 2012 Forestry Law. Violators may face severe legal consequences, including fines of up to €5,000, imprisonment for up to one year, or both. Owners of private trees are also reminded to obtain necessary permits and ensure their tree trunks are stamped by department officials prior to transport.