Linde, Historic lime tree in Schenklengsfeld, Germany
Linde is a natural monument in Schenklengsfeld consisting of four separate trunks that grow from a shared root system and form a broad crown. The branches are supported by a framework of beams positioned between two stone rings.
The monument dates back to the 8th century and was long used as a gathering place for judicial proceedings. Between the 16th and 18th centuries, judges regularly met there to conduct trials and render decisions.
The tree serves as the setting for the Linden Blossom Festival held every two years in June, where visitors gather in traditional dress and hear old songs performed. The event shows how meaningful this place remains for the local community today.
The tree is freely accessible at any time, standing openly in the village and easy to reach on foot. Comfortable shoes are recommended so you can walk around the tree and explore the surrounding area comfortably.
The canopy spreads across an impressive expanse and ranks among the largest preserved crowns found on any specimen in Germany. This scale makes it a rare testament to how vast and powerful a single tree can grow with age.
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