Dub sedmi bratří, Protected oak tree in Budňany, Czech Republic
Dub sedmi bratří is a notable oak tree in Budňany standing about 16 meters tall within the Český kras Protected Landscape Area. Its thick trunk and broad crown make it a striking landmark in the surrounding countryside.
This oak has served as a boundary marker for centuries and received official protection status as a remarkable tree in 1978. At around 350 years old, it represents a long-standing landmark that shaped how people used and understood the land.
Local legend says seven outlaw brothers once gathered here to divide their stolen goods under the tree's sprawling branches. The tree's name keeps this old story alive in the memory of the community.
You can reach this tree via marked hiking trails including the red Vojta Náprstek Trail and blue route 1012 that pass through the area. Benches are positioned nearby, making it comfortable to spend time here and take in the surroundings.
This oak marks station C on the nature trail toward Karlštejn Castle and serves as a junction connecting different paths in the area. From here hikers can reach the old limestone quarries called Amerika and the waterfalls near Bubovice.
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