Monument2f25a714…31d9Place of Remembrance
Mooreiche (Querus sp.)
4,000-year-old bog oak from Ziltendorf Lowlands
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The bog oak (Querus sp.) in Frankfurt-Oder is a striking wooden sculpture erected in February 2000 to mark the establishment of the Brandenburg State Office for Geosciences and Raw Materials. This remarkable oak was discovered in 1997 at the dike breach site Aurith in the Ziltendorf Lowlands, dating back to the older Subatlantic period. With an approximate age of 4,000 years, it serves as a reminder of the post-glacial Holocene epoch.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- February 2000
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Guided Story
As you stand before this impressive sculpture of bog oak, you're looking at a piece of history stretching back to the post-glacial Holocene epoch. This oak, approximately 4,000 years old, was discovered in 1997 at the dike breach site Aurith and originates from the older Subatlantic period. It was erected here in February 2000 to commemorate the establishment of the Brandenburg State Office for Geosciences and Raw Materials. Take in the unique texture and natural form of the wood – they tell a story of a time long before humans shaped this landscape. This sculpture is more than just a memorial; it's a silent witness to the changes in our environment over millennia.
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