Horner Linde, Ancient linden tree in Horn-Lehe, Germany
The Horner Linde stands at the cemetery beside the Church of the Holy Cross, with a trunk diameter exceeding four meters formed by three merged stems. The tree displays the natural structure of a mature specimen with distinct fusion points along its trunk.
First documented in 1380, the tree served as a judicial meeting place where medieval assemblies called Thing were held. These gatherings shaped community decisions and legal matters in early Bremen.
The name refers to Dutch settlers who arrived in the 12th century and shaped the region for generations. A commemorative plaque at the site tells this story of early settlement and community.
Several benches are available near the tree for visitors who wish to spend time there. Parking and public transportation access points are conveniently located in the surrounding area.
At approximately 900 years old, this specimen ranks among Bremen's oldest living trees and counts among Northern Germany's most ancient. Its endurance across centuries makes it a rare witness to periods most people only read about in books.
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