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About us
The philosophy of the Grünen Baum
In our service sector, we very often have to adapt to new or changed framework conditions and trends. This requires a high degree of flexibility based on our valid core values.
Our vision is to combine tradition and innovation at the highest level. Our team and our suppliers share our common values. Fulfilling them and making our guests happy is our vocation and a matter close to our hearts.
With our vision, which we have developed and supported together with our employees, we describe our Green Tree, for which it is worth making a daily contribution to the company.
History
Why the Grüner Baum is the oldest inn in Bad Waldsee
Summarising the history of the Grüner Baum inn, by Michael Barczyk, Bad Waldsee town archivist
There is a widespread belief that in those days people were not allowed to express themselves politically or organise their lives democratically. However, the village ordinances and town laws of the Middle Ages speak a different language. Everywhere it was customary to have one's own affairs and disputes decided by elected aldermen and judges. (As an aside, it should be noted that the surname Bishop is derived from such a bi alderman (i.e. assessor)).
In the early Middle Ages, people would meet around a green tree, usually a linden or oak, to discuss 'grievances'. Eating and drinking together was part of the ritual. Holding a meal also meant holding court on the Malstatt. Just as working lunches seal negotiations today.
Our illustration from a Swiss chronicle shows the "working meal" and the council meeting under a green tree.
Due to the inclemency of the weather and the comfort of the people, inns replaced the green tree in the late Middle Ages; the parlour had become the courtroom.
With the increase in administrative tasks, above all due to trade, several town halls had to be built. One was not built in Waldsee until 1462. The Baumwirtschaft naturally remains and now serves as the "Nach-Sitzu
