Astbruch risk in the Westpark: Dortmund warns of unexpected falls!

Astbruch risk in the Westpark: Dortmund warns of unexpected falls!

The Westpark in Dortmund is a popular place for everyone looking for relaxation in nature. Nevertheless, he currently has some dangers that should not be taken lightly. In the past few weeks, there have been branches here and in other green areas, and the city of Dortmund has given clear indications of the causes. According to [derwesten.de] (https://www.derwesten.de/staedte/dortmund/dortmund-westpark-astbruch-baum-lieb- ID301680096.html), strong wind and storm are responsible for this. The so -called “summer breaks” that can also occur in windless are particularly worrying.

These unexpected demolitions of healthy branches can be a source of danger for walkers. The city of Dortmund has therefore already taken measures to ensure security in the Westpark. Even if tree controls are carried out regularly, it is impossible to completely prevent such incidents. This shows how important it is to keep nature in mind and take appropriate precautions.

Discover the beauty of the Westfalenpark

The Westpark is not only a place of astonishment because of its beauty, but also of historical importance. It houses one of the most splendid rose collections in Europe with over 3,000 types of roses. The park extends over 70 hectares and offers a variety of themed gardens, including idyllic farm gardens and a fascinating Asian garden with swamp cypresses and azalen, as described on nrw-tourismus.de.

A special highlight is the oldest still existing cable car in Germany, which was built especially for the federal garden shows in 1959, 1969 and 1991. From above you have a breathtaking view of the surroundings, including the Phoenix lake and the Dortmund U. Families can look forward to numerous attractions, such as the children's museum "Mondo Mio!" and the Volkssternwarte Dortmund.

The challenge of tree protection in the city

How important urban trees are, also becomes clear by the project "Biodiversity-promoting climate measures in the urban area", which is supported by [bfn.de] (https://www.bfn.de/projekteteckbriefe/bioDiversitaetsfoerdernde-klimamahmen-im-urbanen area). The aim of the project is to capture and evaluate legal, planning and scientific aspects in connection with tree planting and building maintenance in cities. The focus is on the importance of urban trees for the quality of life, how to improve shadows and air quality.

It is important to recognize and master the challenges in tree protection, especially in urban areas. The city of Dortmund actively deals with these topics and works on solutions to expand and protect the habitats for flora and fauna. Responsibility in dealing with the trees is not only a question of security, but also nature conservation and biodiversity.