Chêne remarquable de Cheillé
Cheillé
An oak tree has been growing out of this 12th-century church wall for over two centuries, its roots hidden, its survival defying both nature and preservationists. The locals fought to keep it standing, and somehow, it still is.
Historic church tree
Nature anomaly
Hidden gem
Quick stop
Tips
🌳"the definition of grow where you are planted!"
📜survived the French Revolution and preservationists
⚠️props now hold it up, visit soon
Chêne remarquable de Cheillé
CheilléOpens Friday at 9:00 AM
An oak tree has been growing out of this 12th-century church wall for over two centuries, its roots hidden, its survival defying both nature and preservationists. The locals fought to keep it standing, and somehow, it still is.
Historic church tree
Nature anomaly
Hidden gem
Quick stop
Tips
🌳"the definition of grow where you are planted!"
📜survived the French Revolution and preservationists
⚠️props now hold it up, visit soon