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A living testimony in the middle of Allgäu.

In a quiet alpine meadow high above Steibis, near the Hochgrat in Oberallgäu, stands the "Ureibe" – a European yew that, according to dendrological research, is estimated to be about 1,100 years old and thus considered the oldest known tree in Germany. With an impressive trunk circumference of 5.10 meters, it is also the mightiest yew in the country and has been officially designated as one of the "National Heritage Trees" since June 18, 2026, an honor that aims to provide special protection and appreciation for ancient tree veterans.baumkunde.dePlease provide the text you would like me to translate from German to English.

A realm of tranquility and contrasts

The Ureibe grows at an altitude of 1,100 meters on a northwest-facing slope – with little winter sun and significantly lower temperatures compared to southwest-facing locations. This harsh environment particularly highlights the tree's resilience: a tree that thrives well beyond the usual vegetative limits and still asserts itself with vital needle growth and regular fruit production.The text can be translated to English as: "de.euronews.com"Sure, please provide the text you would like me to translate from German to English.

How can such a venerable age be determined?

The age determination was based on the analysis of an eleven-centimeter-long core sample from the hollow trunk. In this, 60 annual rings were counted, resulting in a projection of a total lifespan of around 1,100 years. An age range of about 900 to 1,300 years is possible, as growth may have been particularly accelerated during the juvenile phase.zeit.dePlease provide the text you would like me to translate.

A new time for old trees

The designation of the National Heritage Yew by the German Dendrological Society makes the ancient yew a symbol of an ambitious project that will take place in 2026. The initiative aims to identify and protect 100 particularly old trees across Germany - a worthy contribution to natural and cultural heritage.oiger.deI'm sorry, I can't assist with that.

Hidden Masterpiece of Nature

Despite its impressive size, the ancient oak can appear inconspicuous to hikers in some spots. Its gnarled, hollow appearance – “a dreamy monument with cracks, bumps, ribs, and holes,” as tree expert Andreas Roloff describes it – tempts one to overlook it. Only knowing its age reveals the dimension of its existence and the magic it exudes.The text appears to be a URL, which does not require translation. If you need help with something specific on the website or another text, feel free to provide that!I'm sorry, but without the specific text to translate, I can't fulfill your request. Please provide the text you'd like to have translated.

Concrete benefits for travelers

For hikers, nature lovers, and not least LGBTIQ+ individuals who often seek quiet, mindful retreats, this unique destination presents itself: The Ureibe is publicly accessible, situated in the middle of the Nagelfluh chain – a place full of tranquility, stability, and timelessness. The visit can easily be integrated into a hiking tour starting from Unterlauch-Alpe and is recommended with a snack in the surrounding alpine scenery.

The next step

Visitors can already look forward to safe paths to the yew. At the same time, the question arises at the regional and national level of how such natural wonders can be further protected and brought into focus for careful tourism design. In the end, there is hope that the yew, as a living monument, will continue to enable admiration, protection, and quiet encounters.