Debrecen4U February 16, 2026

Street tree pruning is well underway across Debrecen

Extensive street tree pruning is underway in Debrecen. By the end of March, crews will have carried out maintenance work on more than 1,200 trees at 28 locations. The aim of the program is to reduce accident risks and preserve the city’s green spaces. Work on Phase II is currently in progress on Péchy Street.

In addition to the large-scale tree planting projects of recent years, the city of Debrecen is placing special emphasis on protecting and regularly maintaining its existing trees. City crews are carrying out pruning combined with condition assessments to ensure that the tree-lined streets remain healthy and safe in the long term.

At today’s press conference, Deputy Mayor Lajos Barcsa emphasized that Debrecen’s development means not only planting new trees but also preserving existing ones. This year, the city has increased funding for pruning works to approximately HUF 110 million, with scheduling largely based on reports from residents. He highlighted that the primary goal of the work is to remove accident-prone branches and improve the health of the trees, as proper treatment extends their lifespan.

City councillor Dániel Barcza pointed out that several streets in the district are affected by the program; pruning has already been completed on Komlóssy and Bessenyei Streets. Following last year’s work, Phase II is now underway on Péchy Street, with completion expected within days. He stressed that the condition of the 60-to-70-year-old trees particularly justifies the maintenance, as last year’s storms caused significant damage.

The work is being carried out outside the nesting season under the supervision of the City Head Gardener and the Green Areas Department. In recent weeks, treatment of the tree-lined streets has already been completed on several roads, including Akadémia Street, Tessedik Sámuel Street, and Kút Street. The city’s goal is to implement a systematic, continuous, and comprehensive street tree maintenance program to ensure that long-lived and safe tree stock can provide a livable, green environment under urban conditions.

Source and photo credit: debrecen.hu