Windbreaks, linear plantings of trees or shrubs, serve as vital components in reducing wind erosion, enhancing biodiversity, and augmenting agricultural productivity in rural landscapes. Despite their ecological and economic significance, their presence is declining due to intensified agricultural practices. This paper proposes a methodology to map windbreaks in Slovakia using remote sensing data and integrates information from the LANDSAT satellites. Novel methods, comprising image processing techniques and algorithms tailored to detect linear vegetation patterns characteristic of windbreaks, are developed, and evaluated for their effectiveness in identifying windbreak elements. Additionally, the study investigates the ecological roles of windbreaks in enhancing biodiversity conservation. Using publicly available data from airborne laser scanning and digital terrain models, the research aims to quantify windbreak characteristics such as length, width, optical transparency, functionality, and species composition. Open-source tools are utilized for spatial analysis, terrain measurements, and data validation. The paper highlights the importance of windbreaks in mitigating soil erosion, conserving water, and promoting biodiversity. It underscores the need for increased attention to the restoration and establishment of windbreaks, especially in agricultural areas, to counteract the adverse impacts of climate change and land degradation. Through the integration of ecosystem service indicators, the study provides insights into the multifunctionality and irreplaceable role of windbreaks in landscape management, particularly in the context of climate change adaptation.