European Tree of the Year 2021

Together for the Trees in Europe

The European Tree of the Year contest is part of a family of Tree of the Year contests across the continent - they are connected with the same purpose.

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.

Every year dozens or rather hundreds of thousands of people participate in the contest. The number of countries participating has increased from 5 to 16. Be a part of a pan-European family of tree protectors. Become our partners in other European countries. Together the topic of protecting trees  – bearers of genius loci – will become a topic of international debate.