Traffic disruptions in Rheingau: Tree work by the end of March!

Traffic disruptions in Rheingau: Tree work by the end of March!

traffic participants in the Rheingau-Taunus district must expect short-term traffic restrictions by the end of March 2025. This is due to the necessary trees and tree felling work, which are carried out to ensure traffic safety on federal, state and district roads. The measures take place in cooperation between Hessen Forst and Hessen> Mobil .

Current works that have been running in Geisenheim and Kiedrich since Monday are expected to be completed by the end of this week. In Geisenheim, the intervention at Kreisstraße 630 takes place between the Marienthal departure to the L 3034 in Rüdesheim and the L 3272 to Presberg. In Kiedrich there are wood work on the L 3035, output Kiedrich in the direction of Hausen v. d. Height, planned. The traffic is regulated via traffic light systems so that no full closures should be required.

The meaning of trees

trees play an essential role for the environment. They produce oxygen, improve the climate and filter dust and pollutants from the air. They also increase the humidity and ensure air movement. These natural elements also offer habitat for numerous animal species and influence the town and cityscape in a positive way.

To ensure that trees and trees are protected, special regulations apply to felling. Approval may be necessary, especially if a tree is subject to special protection. As a rule, there is a ban on felling for trees and other trees between March 1 and September 30th to protect endangered animal species during their reproduction period. During this period, the setting on the stick is also prohibited, detached from care cuts that are allowed at any time.

special regulations and exceptions

The legal regulations are derived from the Federal Nature Conservation Act (BNASCHG), which has been in force since March 1, 2010 and regulates felling and cutting bans. Finning of up to 10,000 euros threatens for unauthorized cutting measures on road trees. Exceptions apply to emergencies such as warding off dangers for traffic safety that can be carried out with a corresponding approval.

The upcoming tree and woodwork in the Rheingau-Taunus district are an important step to maintain traffic safety, but must be carefully brought into line with the applicable regulations. Particularly protected trees may only be felled without permission if there is an immediate threat. In the months after March 1st, a smoking ban in the forest also applies to counteracting the increased risk of forest fire.