The Schenklengsfelder Linde is said to be the oldest tree in Germany with its estimated 1,200 years. With its mighty crown and supported branches, the linden tree is an impressive sight. For many centuries it served as a court lime tree. Today you will find a shady place to linger under their foliage.

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May 23, 2018

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Schenklengsfeld was first mentioned around the year 800. The linden tree on the former market square, which is estimated to be over 1000 years old and is considered to be …

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Niklasdd

March 20, 2020

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A beautiful old tree under which you can linger because it is surrounded by a small wall. Historically significant (linden tree) and possibly the oldest tree in Germany. Wikipedia has a very detailed article on this: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linde_in_Schenyclegsfeld

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1. Ehrenthal Farm – View of Hilmes and Motzfeld loop from Schenklengsfeld

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2. View from Rittersprung – Landeck Castle Ruins loop from Schenklengsfeld

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3. Hiking loop from Schenklengsfeld

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Location: Schenklengsfeld, Hersfeld-Rotenburg, Kassel District, Regierungsbezirk Kassel, Hesse, Germany

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Schenklengsfeld Lime Tree

1. Ehrenthal Farm – View of Hilmes and Motzfeld loop from Schenklengsfeld

2. View from Rittersprung – Landeck Castle Ruins loop from Schenklengsfeld

3. Hiking loop from Schenklengsfeld

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