Historic Moers Beech Tree Faces Felling Due to Severe Fungi Infestation
The historic castle park in Moers is preparing for a heritage-compliant restoration. However, a routine inspection has revealed a severe fungi infestation in the old beech tree, a designated natural monument. Despite public interest, further debate on the matter has been closed, and the tree may be felled due to safety concerns.
The old beech tree in Moers' Schlosspark has been found to be severely infested with multiple fungi. This has weakened the trunk, compromising its structural stability. As a result, the city has decided to fell the tree during the current phase of park renovations, where only diseased or hazard-prone trees are being cut down.
The tree, a designated natural monument, requires formal permission for its removal. The city has consulted Dr. Klaus Müller, a tree expert from the Arborist Institute, on this decision. Despite the closure of further debate, the public may still have a chance to visit the beech tree this Sunday, pending final approval.
The city of Moers has no plans to fell the beech tree as part of the planned redesign of Schlosspark. Decisions on the park's future will be made in collaboration with various local stakeholders through a series of workshops scheduled for early 2026. The city is committed to ensuring the heritage-compliant restoration of the historic castle park while maintaining safety and public interest.
