Tanzkastanie, Protected natural monument in Hitzacker, Germany.
The Tanzkastanie was a chestnut tree in Hitzacker located at the foot of a vineyard, notable for its distinctive growth pattern. Its branches were shaped in a way that allowed wooden planks to rest on them, creating platforms for musicians and dancers.
The tree lived for approximately 300 years before collapsing in summer 2012. This collapse marked the end of its role as a gathering place for the Hitzacker community.
The branches of this chestnut tree were specifically shaped to support wooden planks for musicians and dancers during local gatherings.
A memorial stone marks the former location of the tree, accessible by walking across a pedestrian bridge from Hitzacker to the vineyard area. The spot offers a quiet view of the surroundings and makes for a pleasant walk.
The tree displayed a growth pattern more typical of dance lindens, despite being a chestnut species, which was highly unusual. This rare characteristic made the specimen notable to both visitors and researchers.
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