Balderschwang yew, Ancient yew tree in Balderschwang, Germany.
The European yew stands with two hollow trunks on a mountain pasture at 1,150 meters elevation in the Bavarian Alpine region.
The tree's age spans between 600 to 1,000 years, with DNA testing confirming both trunks belong to a single root system.
This male yew tree represents natural heritage in Bavaria, standing as a testament to the endurance of nature through centuries.
Visitors can access the tree by following the Balderschwang panoramic trail, which leads through the mountainous landscape northeast of the village.
The two separate trunks measure 2.40 and 2.00 meters in circumference, creating a total circumference of 7.00 meters at the base.
Location: Balderschwang
GPS coordinates: 47.46819,10.11546
Latest update: May 11, 2025 14:38
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