The crucifix was originally 70 centimeters tall and has now grown completely into the oak except for a few centimeters. It is wrong how the tree "absorbs" the cross.

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Biggix

July 1, 2020

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The cast iron crucifix, originally 70 cm tall, has grown into the oak. The story / legend can be read on the sign on the tree ...

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Christoph

April 22, 2020

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Waxed cross in old oak

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