Baumscheren

Baumscheren is a small municipality in the fictional region of Northwald, Central Europe. It covers about 8.5 square kilometers and has roughly 1,400 residents. The town sits on the edge of a mixed forest in a shallow river valley.

The name Baumscheren derives from Baum (tree) and Scheren (to shear or prune), reflecting its historical association with forestry.

The name appears in records from the 13th century. Baumscheren developed as a rural center for forestry and small crafts, with infrastructural improvements in the 19th and 20th centuries. It joined a municipal association with nearby communities during late 20th-century reforms.

The area features mixed forests, meadows, and gentle hills typical of the Northwald region.

Local government consists of a council and a mayor, elected in local elections. The municipality cooperates with neighboring towns through a shared services arrangement.

The economy relies on forestry, agriculture, and light manufacturing. Baumscheren is connected by regional roads; the closest railway stations and major services lie in larger towns several kilometers away.

The community maintains a parish church, a volunteer fire department, and a small library. An annual forest festival highlights local crafts and rural traditions.

No widely known figures are associated with Baumscheren.