Gulden Bodem

Gulden Bodem is an estate with an adjoining park in Arnhem covering around 23 hectares and laid out with curved paths. The grounds include areas of farmland, wooded sections, and groups of old trees distributed throughout the site.

The estate was created in 1870 and became central to how the northern areas of Arnhem developed with large properties. The original mansion was demolished in 1964 and the site later marked with a sculpture.

The name comes from an old Dutch term meaning fertile ground, reflecting its original use as farmland. This agricultural heritage remains visible in how the space is organized and used today.

The grounds are easy to explore on foot with a walking path of about 3 kilometers winding through different landscape areas. Parking is available near the entrance, giving visitors a convenient starting point.

Three old chestnut trees at the entrance date from between 1650 and 1700 and rank among the most notable trees in the region. This row of trees is a living remnant from the estate's earliest period and often catches visitors' attention.