Overview
- Schlösserland Sachsen says the over-150-year-old beech at the Lustgarten entrance is severely weakened by fungal infestation and climate stress.
- All crown branches were removed on 7 November 2025 to protect visitors following the expert assessment.
- Complete felling will follow in the coming months after coordination with the relevant authorities, according to the park operator.
- The two blood beeches were planted in 1895, and the twin was felled in 2021 with its remaining trunk repurposed as an art memorial highlighting climate impacts.
- Officials called the decision a sad day for Schlosspark Pillnitz, noting sunburn damage had been observed since 2015.