Westland, Agricultural municipality in South Holland, Netherlands
Westland is a municipality in South Holland characterized by extensive greenhouse operations spread across its landscape. These facilities produce vegetables, fruits, and flowers year-round for domestic and international markets.
The municipality was formed in 2004 by merging five smaller communities into a single administrative unit. This consolidation reflected the region's agricultural importance and created a stronger foundation for local governance.
The area has been devoted to flower and vegetable growing for generations, shaping how people live here. Residents share a strong connection to cultivation and the seasonal cycles that form their local identity.
The area sits between The Hague and Rotterdam with good access via public transportation. Visitors should know that greenhouses dominate much of the landscape, and a car can be handy for exploring.
The area sits just about one meter above sea level, requiring constant management of water and drainage systems. This geographic condition shapes both the farming practices and the technical infrastructure throughout the region.
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