European Tree of the Year

We are searching for trees with the most interesting stories

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About the contest

The European Tree of the Year contest originated in 2011. It was inspired by the popular Tree of the Year contest, which has been organised in the Czech Republic by the Czech Environmental Partnership Foundation for many years. The European round is a finale consisting of the winners of the national rounds.

The purpose of the European Tree of the Year is to highlight the significance of old trees in the natural and cultural heritage that deserves our care and protection. Unlike other contests, the European Tree of the Year doesn't focus on beauty, size or age but rather on the tree's story and its connection to people. We are looking for trees that have become a part of the wider community.

Results

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26. 07. 2022

Oak Fabrykant became Tree of the Year in Poland in 2022!

Oak Fabrykant from Łódź has won the 2022 competition Tree of the Year in Poland. 5559 people voted over the internet for the tree. It is one of the most original trees in Poland and showcase of the...

08. 07. 2022

Meet Tree of the Year Organizers: Klub Gaja

The national organizers are the most important partners for the existence of the competition itself and for this we are very grateful. We would be happy to introduce all of them in the coming month...

22/6/2022

Voluntary protection of heritage trees able to cover an area the size of Hiiumaa island in a month

In a month, 139 landowners have joined the call of the Loodushoiu Fond, the Estonian Private Forest Union and the Luua Forestry School to notice and preserve the heritage trees on their properties,...

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