Secret reforestation project in Wertheim causes excitement!

Secret reforestation project in Wertheim causes excitement!

In the Eichel district of Wertheim, a surprising reforestation measure has caused excitement. Residents were completely unprepared when they found between the 25th and 30th November 2024 that a newly created Auwald was created in the area of the banks of the Main. This unexpected change in the landscape, which significantly affects its view of the opposite sky kingdom and the Main, was implemented without prior information from the residents or the city administration. "We would like to consider all the steps to proceed against this forest," said angry residents by email to the city administration, such as Main-echo.de reported.

The background for reforestation

The city of Wertheim explains that this project is not a urban measure, but was planned as a compensation measure for the construction of the Main Bridge from Wertheim to Kreuzwerheim. The responsible state building authority Aschaffenburg confirmed that the area is owned by the federal water and shipping management of the federal government. They admitted that although they are owners of the site, they did not take the initiative to afforestate. The deputy head of office Stephan Momper noted that the term "Auwald" was misleading because the houses are higher than the newly created site.

Wertheim, a city in the state of Baden-Württemberg with a population of around 23,400, is known for its medieval city center and the Wertheim Castle. The forest and river area has both historical and natural importance and is part of the area that is valued for its idyllic landscapes, as wikipedia illustrates. Located between the Tauber and the Main, the city not only sees challenges with this new development, but also the potential for future conflicts between the citizens and the authorities.