Cyprus Forestry Department announces Christmas tree sales for 2026

The Cyprus Department of Forests will offer natural Christmas trees for sale at ten forestry stations across the country from Wednesday, November 25, to Friday, December 18, 2026. Sales will be conducted exclusively on weekdays between 08:00 and 14:30. The trees, which include various conifers, are sourced from controlled thinning operations in forest plantations to improve growth conditions. Prices for the trees start from 6 euros, varying based on the species and height of each specimen.

The designated sales points include the Athalassa, Larnaca, Dhekelia, Fasouri, Limassol, Parekklisia, Paphos/Geroskipou, Gialia, Panagia, and Platani stations. Officials emphasize that the felling, possession, or transport of Christmas trees without a valid permit is a criminal offense under the Forestry Law of 2012. Violators face severe penalties, including fines of up to 5,000 euros, imprisonment for up to one year, or both. Private property owners intending to harvest their own trees must obtain necessary permits in advance and have the base of the trunks stamped by forestry officers before transportation. Interested citizens are advised to contact their nearest forestry station to verify stock availability before visiting.