Riesenmammutbaum bei Schotten

The giant sequoia near Schotten is a natural monument with a trunk diameter of about 8 meters and distinctive reddish-brown bark. Its branches are arranged spirally and covered with needle-like evergreen foliage that gives the tree its characteristic appearance.

The tree was brought to Germany in the 19th century as part of a European fascination with Californian plants. Since then, it has adapted to local conditions and become a protected natural monument in the region.

The tree's name reflects its impressive size and draws visitors who come to stand beneath its branches and experience the scale of what grows in this climate. Locals and tourists alike use the space to appreciate how a Californian giant can thrive in a German landscape.

The tree stands in a publicly accessible area where visitors can freely observe and photograph it. It is best to visit early in the day when fewer people are around and you can take time to explore the surroundings.

Beneath the tree lies a root system that spreads widely into the soil, anchoring it firmly in this climate. These hidden networks show how the tree has adapted to thrive in its European home.