Tuinen van West, Nature area and park in Amsterdam Nieuw-West, Netherlands.
Tuinen van West is a nature area and park in Amsterdam featuring walking paths, cycling routes, vegetable gardens, and recreational spaces across multiple former polders. The site combines open green areas with organized growing zones, where visitors can see different ways the land is used.
The area evolved from farming land into a structured green space that combines traditional cultivation with modern recreational facilities. This transformation happened over recent decades as the city sought new ways to use land on its outskirts.
The name refers to the western gardens and reflects how the space functions as a meeting point for the community. People gather to grow vegetables, participate in workshops, and experience art projects that shape daily routines in this part of the city.
The park is accessible during daylight hours and is most active from March through November when programs and gardens are in full swing. Visitors should wear comfortable walking shoes and allow plenty of time to explore the different sections on foot or by bike.
The Osdorper Binnenpolder stands out as a place where visitors can harvest vegetables while encountering outdoor art installations at the same time. This mix of working agriculture and artistic expression is uncommon in an urban green space.
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