Almere, Planned municipality in Flevoland, Netherlands
Almere is a planned municipality in the province of Flevoland, Netherlands, built on land reclaimed from the former Zuiderzee. The settlement consists of several separate residential cores connected by a network of cycling paths, canals, and green zones.
The municipality began development in 1976 on land reclaimed from the waters of the Zuiderzee. This project aimed to address growing housing needs in the region and offer new opportunities for residents.
The Stripheldenbuurt district names its roads after comic book heroes, adding a playful layer to everyday navigation. Residents walk streets that honor familiar characters, turning the neighborhood into a conversation between daily life and pop culture.
Trains reach Amsterdam in around 20 minutes, while regional services link the municipality to other parts of Flevoland. Cycling paths run separately from car lanes, making movement between residential cores straightforward.
The entire municipality sits 3 meters (10 feet) below sea level, relying on dikes and polders for protection. Without continuous water management, the land would flood again, showing its dependence on pumping systems.
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