Krause Buche, Natural monument in Bad Oeynhausen, Germany.
Krause Buche is a twisted beech tree located in the Eidinghauser Berges forest, notable for its contorted branches and unusual stem patterns. The specimen displays natural growth variations characteristic of this particular tree variety in northwest German woodlands.
The current tree began growing around 1920, after the original specimen had received legal protection. Lightning struck and destroyed the first tree in 1952, which led to the growth of the specimen visible today.
The name itself refers to the twisted form, and locals regard this tree as a natural wonder of the region. Visitors encounter here a living example of the unusual growth patterns that can develop in the forests of this area.
The forest area is accessible through well-maintained woodland paths with clear markings throughout the Eidinghauser Berges district. Visitors should watch for these markers to locate the tree and navigate safely through the wooded terrain.
This beech belongs to the Süntelbuche variety, a rare tree type with natural mutations found only in a few areas of northwest Germany. The twisted growth forms are genetic in origin and set this variety distinctly apart from common beech trees.
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