Forests of Tegel and Spandau Remain Shut for Extended Periods
Berlin's beloved Tegeler and Spandauer Forests, located in the northwest of the city, have been closed for several weeks due to extensive storm damage. The neighboring Spandauer Forest has also reported significant damage, with many paths barely passable.
Initial focus in Berlin has been on clearing roads and residential areas rather than the forests. A spokesperson explained that branches and tree parts are scattered throughout the Tegeler and Spandauer Forests, posing a potential risk to visitors.
Entering Tegeler Forest, particularly in the Reinickendorf district, is currently life-threatening due to potential falling branches and breaking crown parts. The aim is to clear paths in the Tegeler Forest for pedestrians, cyclists, and riders to move safely once the area is deemed secure.
Despite the warnings, a cyclist was observed shortening their route through the Tegeler Forest over the weekend, disregarding the advice to stay away from the forest.
The exact date when the forests can be entered again is unclear at this point. The absperrband in the Tegeler Forest was lifted, but visitors are still advised to avoid the forest until official announcements confirm it is safe to re-enter.
Visitors are reminded that swimming in the Havel river, which runs through both forests, is also currently dangerous due to storm damage.
For accurate and up-to-date information on the reopening of Tegeler and Spandauer Forests and the current risks, it is best to consult the official Berlin forestry or city websites or local news sources. They provide the latest safety updates and reopening schedules following storm damage.
As the city prepares for a heatwave in the coming week, Berliners are encouraged to stay informed and follow safety guidelines to ensure everyone's wellbeing.
Given the current circumstances, authorities advise against entering Tegeler Forest due to fallen branches and broken crown parts, posing a risk to visitors. The situation in environmental-science and weather has led to swimming in the Havel river, running through both forests, being dangerous due to storm damage.
