Bartošovický platan, Solitary remarkable tree in Bartošovice, Czech Republic.
The Bartošovický platan is a large sycamore tree in Bartošovice that grows to about 32 meters tall with distinctive bark that naturally sheds in patches. Its wide crown spreads across considerable space, creating an expansive shaded area beneath.
The tree has long been a defining feature of the local landscape and gained official protection through registration with the Nature Conservancy. This recognition established it as an important natural monument worth preserving.
The tree serves as a gathering place where locals stop to meet and spend time together during warmer months. Its large canopy creates a natural meeting spot that draws people from across the village.
The tree is located near the main roads running through the village and is easy to reach on foot. Spring and summer are the best times to visit, when the full canopy provides plenty of shade.
The tree's bark continuously sheds, revealing pale wood underneath and giving it a dappled appearance that changes throughout the year. This natural process is most visible during warmer months when the shedding accelerates.
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