Bergisch Gladbach Fells Diseased Black Locust Tree for Safety
Bergisch Gladbach is set to remove a Dallas locust tree due to severe damage caused by a fungal infection. The tree, located at the intersection of Dellbrücker Straße and Eschenbroicher Straße, will be felled on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
The once-healthy tree has suffered extensive damage, with large areas of its bark dying and peeling off. This has rendered the tree unstable, posing a risk to public safety. The city has attempted repeated maintenance measures to combat the fungal infestation, but the damage has proven too severe. The decision to fell the tree was unavoidable.
The process will be carried out by a professional forester, although their identity has not been made public. The city has assured residents that the operation will be conducted safely and efficiently, with minimal disruption to the surrounding area.
The removal of the Dallas locust tree is a necessary measure to ensure the safety of Bergisch Gladbach's residents. The city will plant a new tree in its place to maintain the urban forest and enhance the local environment.
