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Oldest Berlin tree: Excursion with a graduate biologist on April 28th
The provisional district councilor for order, environment, nature, streets and green spaces, Benjamin Fritz, recently announced that on Sunday, April 28, 2024, a three -hour excursion to the oldest trees in Berlin will take place. This event is intended to draw attention to how important trees are as vital and highly valued nature and cultural assets. People have always accompanied trees and fulfill many important functions. They serve as living and shelter, store water, donate shadows and improve air quality. In addition, they provide valuable wood for the construction industry and the furniture production. Forests are still popular leisure goals today, as stays in nature ...
Oldest Berlin tree: Excursion with a graduate biologist on April 28th
The provisional district councilor for order, environment, nature, streets and green areas, Benjamin Fritz, recently announced that on Sunday, April 28, 2024, a three -hour excursion to the oldest trees will take place. This event is intended to draw attention to how important trees are as vital and highly valued nature and cultural assets.
trees have always accompanied and fulfill many important functions. They serve as living and shelter, store water, donate shadows and improve air quality. In addition, they provide valuable wood for the construction industry and the furniture production. Forests are still popular leisure goals today, since stays in nature are proven to promote health.
In Berlin there are some impressive tree copies, including the "thick Marie", which is about 900 years old, and a white mulberry tree from the 17th century, which was planted by Huguenots. Diplomiologist Gunter Martin will present interesting information about the naming and history of these trees during the excursion.
The excursion starts in front of the Friedrichstadtpalast and requires a AB ticket for the trip to Alt-Tegel. Participation is free, but the event is not barrier -free. Further information can be obtained from the environmental and nature conservation office in the middle.
This event is a great opportunity to honor the importance of trees for the environment and society. It is important to be aware of how valuable these natural resources are and how they enrich our daily life.
In the following table you will find some historical facts about the oldest trees in Berlin:
| Tree | Age | Plant year |
| ————– | ——————— |
| Thick Marie | 900 years | 1124 |
| Mulberry tree | 400 years | 1624 |
Participation in this excursion offers a unique way to experience the history and beauty of these special trees up close and to find out how important it is to protect our green oases in the city.
Source: www.berlin.de