Guild tree in danger: renovation instead of demolition for Mattersburg's heir

Guild tree in danger: renovation instead of demolition for Mattersburg's heir

In Mattersburg, a discussion about the guild tree causes a sensation. This cultural icon, which stands for centuries of craft and traditional values, could apparently be demolished. This would not only be a loss for the city, but could also be seen as a step in the wrong direction in relation to the urban heritage, as the ÖVP politician Melanie Eckhardt explained. According to her, the guild tree is a valuable symbol for the history of craftsmanship in the region.

The debate is about the requirement of a new traffic concept that provides for a roundabout at the intersection of Wienerstraße, Hirtenengasse and Hintergasse. This should possibly make space for a planned mega residential complex on the Pucher area. Eckhardt, who is the only brush maker in Burgenland, expressed concerns that the guild tree had to give way to the new traffic project.

renovation instead of demolition

from Eckhardt comes a clear appeal: "A renovation of the guild tree would be a positive signal for the preservation of historical values and a sign of appreciation for our architecture," she said, emphasizing the importance of the tree for local identity. According to it, the craft combines tradition with innovation and should therefore be encouraged instead of demolished.

The concerns regarding the guild tree are not new. Again and again voices became sound that pointed out the desolate state of the tree and considered it necessary to demolish it. Such arguments encounter resistance from the supporters of the monument. Eckhardt described this view as a misunderstanding of the cultural meaning of the guild tree. "Those who do not understand the meaning of the guild tree have missed the connection of our past to the present and the future," continued the politician.

The continued discussions about the future of the guild tree are taken up by the local press, whereby the BVZ regularly reports on the current developments. The topic is dealt with comprehensively in the reporting, so that interested parties can familiarize themselves deeper into the matter. For further information and background on the discourse on the guild tree, .