Guided tour of the English Garden: Discover an ecological gem!

Guided tour of the English Garden: Discover an ecological gem!

In Landsberg am Lech, the city's tour guides were invited to a very special event. Forestry department manager Michael Siller led them through the historic English Garden, providing fascinating insights into the culture and nature of this unique park. The guides usually show tourists the most beautiful corners of the city, but now they had the opportunity to learn the background and special features of the garden first hand. Landsberg.de reports that Siller shared numerous historical anecdotes about the design and maintenance of the park.

The English Garden, created in 1789 based on English park landscapes, attracts not only locals but also tourists. Siller explained that due to their job, the tour guides now have a good knack for offering the guests an even more detailed insight. The English Garden extends over around 2.2 hectares and offers Landsberg residents and visitors an oasis of relaxation and closeness to nature - characterized by the idyllic atmosphere that the paths along the Lech exude.

A park with history

Did you know that the English Garden in Munich, from which Landsberg was inspired, is one of the largest city parks in the world? With an impressive 3.7 km² (370 hectares), it offers numerous opportunities for relaxation and leisure activities. Created under the supervision of Sir Benjamin Thompson, also known as Count Rumford, the park was originally designed as a military garden for soldiers and quickly transformed into a popular public meeting place. Wikipedia informs that the park was opened to citizens in 1792 and has since developed through various expansions and redesigns.

The English Garden's special design is based on the informal landscaping of the 18th century, and the park features beautiful sights such as the Monopteros, the Chinese Tower and the Japanese Teahouses. But it's not just the architecture that's important: the park is home to over 50 species of birds and offers space for more than 100 bridges that crisscross the landscape.

A place of ecological diversity

In short, the English Garden is not only a place steeped in history, but also an ecological gem. During the tour, Siller also explained important aspects of deadwood management and biodiversity in the park. Such measures help to preserve the city's nature and secure the habitat of many animal species. This knowledge not only strengthens the expertise of the tour guides, but also sensitizes visitors to the ecological value of the park.

The tour once again made it clear that the English Garden is much more than just a green space. It is a place that connects - both the people of Landsberg with their heritage and the visitors with the city's history. With its many paths and natural design, it remains a popular destination for walks, picnics and numerous leisure activities for young and old.