Mixed culture

Flowering branches at Christmas not only promise good luck in the new year, but also bring a touch of spring into the winter season. A beautiful tradition bestowed upon us by Saint Barbara during Advent.

Public gardens for weekend getaways, events, or concerts can be found almost everywhere in the world. But one particularly beautiful one can be found in the heart of the Netherlands: the distinctive perennial garden of the internationally renowned garden designer Piet Oudolf.

For garden lovers traveling to England, a visit to Sissinghurst Castle is certainly a must. The white garden is world-famous, and the collection of old rose varieties is legendary. The passion of the two creators for gardening can still be felt today, making Sissinghurst one of the most beautiful...

No other tree was more sacred to our ancestors, the Germanic tribes, than the oak. It has become an extraordinarily significant symbol for Germany, especially, which has a lot to do with traditional myths and legends. They can be found in all German states: mighty oaks, hundreds of years old, sym...

They are the solitary heroes of the field. Dressed in rags, with their tousled, straw-like hair, and a large, dark hat, they stand in the middle of the field day in, day out, whatever the weather. When it comes to the outfits of these fabulous field creatures, the imagination knows no bounds – th...

Sometimes they remind us of ancient men, sometimes of young and energetic strongmen: like reliable sentinels, many trees stand in avenues in this country. Everyone knows the awe-inspiring feeling when strolling along an avenue on foot or driving through it. The tranquility they radiate, the play ...