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Natural Monuments

Baden-Württemberg

Freiburg District

Behleneiche (Behlen Oak)

Natural Monuments

Baden-Württemberg

Freiburg District

Behleneiche (Behlen Oak)

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Behleneiche (Behlen Oak)

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Location: Kandern, Lörrach, Freiburg District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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August 4, 2025

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The Behlen Oak was a striking natural tree at the edge of the forest above Holzen. It was considered a natural monument and a popular landmark. It has since sadly fallen and died – but remains in memory as a part of local natural history.

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September 14, 2019

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The trunk of the 300-year-old tree, a sessile oak, had been attacked by core beetles after the crown began to die. The Behleneiche had already reached a height of 36 meters, their trunk diameter is around 1.40 meters.
Kandern-Holzen (jut). The Pehlicheiche below the Behlen near the Kestenharder way is trimmed. Only then can it be preserved as a natural monument for as long as possible.

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April 28, 2024

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Impressive old oak tree. Unfortunately, it is now dead. It is estimated to be around 300 years old. An information board provides information about the oak tree.

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Location: Kandern, Lörrach, Freiburg District, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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