Baum mitten in der Welt

The large linden tree stands at an elevation of 488 meters, offering views stretching from the Alps to Berchtesgaden and the Bohemian border.

In 1817, Austrian authorities selected this location as a fundamental reference point for land surveying operations in Upper Austria and Salzburg regions.

The tree location served as inspiration for the cherry tree description in Adalbert Stifter's literary work Der Nachsommer, published in the 19th century.

Visitors can reach the tree through several hiking trails, with routes starting from both Pfarrkirchen bei Bad Hall and the town of Kremsmünster.

After lightning struck the original linden tree in 1929, a new one planted in 1916 has grown to reach a circumference of nearly three meters.

Location: Kremsmünster

Part of: Gusterberg

GPS coordinates: 48.03820,14.13613

Latest update: October 24, 2025 17:19