Landgoed Schovenhorst, Nature area and arboretum in Putten, Netherlands
Landgoed Schovenhorst is an arboretum and nature area in Putten organized into five distinct tree collections featuring conifers such as Japanese Trees of Life and Corsican Pines. Walking paths wind through the grounds alongside a restaurant, museum building, and the historic Koetshuis structure.
The estate was founded in 1848 and became a research center for forestry studies and conifer cultivation. Over decades it served as an experimental location for different tree species and their growth patterns in this region.
The De Tien Malen museum on the grounds tells the story of regional forestry through exhibits about how woodland management shaped the landscape over time. Local traditions around forest care and cultivation remain visible in how the grounds are maintained today.
The grounds are open from sunrise to sunset with parking available between the Brasserie and Koetshuis building. Comfortable shoes are recommended since paths wind through various wooded sections and elevation changes.
A forest tower with 235 steps stands on the grounds and offers panoramic views across the Veluwe region from its platform. The tower is an unexpected highlight during a visit and rewards climbers with far-reaching sightlines.
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