Zierenberg
In November, the plant world reveals itself from a special side: above ground, things become quieter, but beneath the earth the full power of the year is now stored. Many wild plants draw their nutrients back into their roots – an ideal time to discover edible and medicinal root herbs. On this guided herb walk, we deliberately focus on what is hidden in the soil. Together we will get to know typical root plants such as dandelion, angelica, or horseradish and learn how to identify them safely. This is not only about identification and sustainable harvesting, but also about the traditional significance of the so-called “magical” digging of roots. In addition to fascinating insights into the ingredients and healing effects of the roots, you will receive practical tips on how to process them in the kitchen and home pharmacy. How can the roots be preserved? Which preparation methods are particularly suitable? And what should you pay attention to when gathering them? A special highlight of the walk are small tastings: sample selected root preparations and discover new flavor worlds – from spicy to surprisingly mild. The event is aimed at anyone interested in nature who would like to deepen their knowledge of native wild plants and experience the autumn landscape from a new perspective.
The nature around Zierenberg has a lot to offer. In this series of excursions, a different route and its botanical highlights are explored each month. In November, only a few fresh herbs can still be found, because most plants have retreated into the earth. All their energy is now concentrated in the roots in the ground. At the Red Bank of the Warme, you can now dig for the roots of comfrey, dandelion, and horseradish. Route length: 3 km Nature Park guide: Tanja Tempel
