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District road 408 in Hildesheim: full closure due to a tree in danger of falling!
On June 20, 2025, district road 408 between Wettensen and Brüggen will be closed because of a tree that is in danger of falling. Felling planned.
District road 408 in Hildesheim: full closure due to a tree in danger of falling!
In the Hildesheim district, a tree that is in acute danger of falling is causing a complete closure of district road 408 between Wettensen and Brüggen. The closure was announced on Friday evening by the Lower Saxony State Authority for Road Construction and Transport. The tree, which is approximately 30 meters high, is located in the area of the sewage treatment plant to the east of the road and represents a significant safety risk. The authorities have informed all road users that road safety is no longer guaranteed. The closure applies in both directions and affected areas may not be entered or driven on until the felling is final, as tixio.de reports.
The felling is planned for the period between June 23rd and 24th and will be carried out in several sections using a cherry picker. To avoid disruptions, it is recommended to use the diversion via federal highway 3. This applies not only to normal road users, but also to emergency services, fire departments and police. The authority has also pointed out that weather conditions or construction work could cause delays and asks those affected for their understanding.
Permits and regulations for tree felling
If you're wondering what regulations need to be followed when felling trees, there's a lot to know. In principle, a tree felling permit is required if trees are to be felled or branches removed. Felling without such approval can result in a fine of up to 50,000 euros, as anwalt.de explains in detail.
The legal basis for these regulations is the tree protection statute or regulation, which is based on federal and state nature conservation laws. Trees are considered protected parts of the landscape and felling them is seen as an interference with nature. Exceptions are possible, but the application must be well justified, for example by stating that there is a danger to people or animals.
A permit is often associated with conditions, such as replacement planting or a compensatory levy. There is no opportunity to submit an application if a building application has already been submitted. Felling is also only permitted during certain periods, usually between October 1st and the end of February.
The circumstances surrounding the tree on County Road 408 are a clear example of how important compliance with these regulations is to ensure both public safety and the protection of nature. So let's stay up to date on how the situation surrounding the tree and the roadworks develops!