Luxembourg - November 13, 2025 - National Tree Day 2025
Under the patronage of the French Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity, the Fondation Hëllef fir
d'Natur launches its major annual planting campaign this Thursday, November 13, 2025 as part of the
National Tree Day (JNA).
This year's event will be held in Hollenfels, on land belonging to the Fondation Hëllef fir d'Natur, in
in the presence of Patrick Losch, Chairman of the Fondation Hëllef fir d'Natur, Paul Mangen, Burgomaster of
the Municipality of Helperknapp, Mr Serge Wilmes, Minister for the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity,
and Mr Michel Leytem, Director of the Administration de la Nature et des Forêts.
A simple gesture for a sustainable future
Initiated by the Foundation in 1992, the annual National Tree Day marks the launch of the
planting season and a campaign to raise funds and awareness of ecological value,
climate and landscape of trees and hedges.
It encourages local authorities, associations, companies and citizens to plant, maintain and protect these veritable "green spaces".
climate allies.
In Luxembourg, where forests cover 35% of the territory and traditional hedgerows still account for 15% of the structure, it's easy to see why.
of agricultural plots, each tree planted contributes to curbing erosion, promoting biodiversity, purifying the soil and improving the quality of life.
air, retain water and soften the local climate.
Forests, orchards and hedgerows are essential ecosystems: their roots stabilize the soil, provide shelter and protect the environment.
underground life, filtering rainwater and creating natural microclimates, which are essential when
extreme heat episodes.
During the official ceremony, some twenty trees of different species (chestnut, apple, sour cherry) were planted,
plum, walnut, wild pear, field maple, maple, lime) will be planted. Cycle 3 pupils from
school in Helperknapp will be actively involved in the planting of
70 meters of rural hedges on the same site. These plantings will contribute to reinforcing the green network.
wildlife habitats and connect surrounding forest ecosystems.
Taking action in the face of the ecological emergency
The state of our forests continues to give cause for concern: according to the ANF's 2023 phytosanitary inventory, more than half of the world's forests are in poor condition.
of trees show signs of deterioration.
Faced with this situation, planting remains one of the most powerful and accessible ways of taking action against climate change.
climate change and restore the ecological resilience of our landscapes.
For over 40 years, the Fondation Hëllef fir d'Natur has been working to protect nature in Luxembourg,
with over 2,000 hectares of nature reserves under management and 84 priority sites preserved. Its
forest restoration, high-stem orchards and ecological corridors all help to safeguard the environment.
and the beauty of Luxembourg's rural heritage.
For the official National Tree Day on Saturday, November 15, 2025, more than 40 communities..,
associations and companies will be organizing their own events, listed in the special Regulus Day.
national de l'arbre, the natur&ëmwelt magazine, available at www.naturemwelt.lu.
Those who are unable to plant can support the Foundation's projects by making a donation to the
restoration of traditional forests, hedgerows and orchards. Every contribution helps to plant for the future,
to protect biodiversity and build a greener, more resilient Luxembourg.
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Press contact:
Communication department - Fondation Hëllef fir d'Natur
Tel: 29 04 04 317 - Nicolas Hormain
Tel: 29 04 04 338 - Christine Scherentz