Bentwoud, Netherlands

Bentwoud is a nature reserve in Zuid-Holland combining forests, grasslands, and wetlands across its territory. The landscape shifts between open meadows and wooded sections, offering visitors varied natural surroundings as they walk through the area.

The area was created by converting agricultural land into a natural space through deliberate planting and water feature construction. This process of land transformation shapes how the landscape appears today.

The area functions as a center for environmental education where visitors learn about native species through organized workshops and observation activities.

You can park your car at several entrance points and then access the network of walking and cycling paths. It helps to get a map and think about which routes match your interests before starting.

The area contains multiple ecosystems in close proximity, making it possible to watch seasonal changes in plant and animal life. Visitors can see several different habitats in just a few hours, something that would usually require traveling much farther.