De Maasduinen National Park, National park in Gennep, Netherlands
De Maasduinen is a national park in Limburg that stretches across sand dunes, forests, heathlands, and wetlands bordering the Maas River. The protected area contains several natural habitats and landscapes that blend together seamlessly.
The sand dunes formed during the last Ice Age and created a natural border that shaped human settlement patterns since prehistoric times. This geological history influenced how people used the region.
The scattered old farmhouses throughout the park show how people lived and worked the land here in earlier times. You can see from these buildings how closely residents were connected to nature.
The main visitor center at Reindersmeer offers information and refreshments in a converted lock building, from which several hiking trails begin. This central location makes it easy to explore different parts of the park.
The park contains the longest river dune belt in the Netherlands, with various ponds and lakes formed by historical sand and gravel extraction activities. These water bodies are now important habitats for plants and wildlife.
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