Two brothers keep ancient charcoal burning tradition alive in Germany's Harz Mountains

Brothers Immo Feldmer and his sibling carry on the centuries-old craft of charcoal burning in Germany's Harz Mountains, one of the last surviving practitioners of the trade in Europe. The process involves slowly burning wood in carefully constructed mounds over several days. Their work keeps a disappearing artisanal tradition alive.

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