Description
On Saturday June 13 we’re going on a walk through the Amstelveen Heemparks: De Braak, Dr. Koos Landwehrpark and Dr. Jac. P. Thijssepark.Guided by author and green heritage specialist, Leo den Dulk, we will adventure the three adjacent nature reserves.
Saturday 13 June
10:00 – Gather at de Braak, entrance Amsterdamseweg 204
12:30 – Lunch
14:00 – End
Good to know:
Lunch is included!
Maximum capacity is 15 people, so make sure to buy a ticket on time.
Depending on the composition of the group, the tour will be in Dutch or English.
We will send all participants an email with more practical information closer to the date.
Some background on the Heemparks by Leo den Dulk:
When the population growth of the western provinces of the Netherlands increased dramatically by the end of the 19th century, naturalists started to worry about the diminishing natural landscape.
Soon conservationists and schoolteachers started to propagate ‘nature sport’. People were encouraged not only to enjoy the remaining natural scenery and the fresh air, but to actively study flora and fauna, discover new plants, animals and insects, so they would get a better idea of what nature actually is.
Half a century later the Heemparks, parks filled with indigenous plants and trees were created, just south of Amsterdam to attract new inhabitants. Close to four hundred species, some common, some (almost) extinct in Dutch nature were collected in carefully composed and maintained landscapes.
Over the years they have gained international fame and have inspired many now famous landscape designers. In a two-hour tour you will experience the wonderful scenery, get acquainted with some of its special plants and hear stories about its background.
If you have any questions, please email info@pleasantplace.space