Posbank

Posbank is a hillside area in the Veluwe region with extensive heathland stretching across rolling terrain and offering views of the surrounding woods and landscape. The site combines open heath fields with wooded sections typical of the region.

The area came under protection in 1930 through the creation of Veluwezoom National Park, marking a key moment in Dutch nature conservation. This early protection allowed the heathland and its natural character to be preserved for future generations.

The purple heather fields here have long inspired Dutch painters and photographers who document the shifting colors through each season. Visitors see the same landscape that has drawn artists across generations.

The site is accessed through multiple marked walking and cycling trails with parking areas at main entry points and information centers available. Trail conditions can vary with seasons, particularly after rain.

On clear days visitors can see all the way to the German border from the highest point, a rare long-distance view in Dutch terrain. This vista results from the elevation changes that make the place distinctive in the otherwise flat region.

Location: Rheden

Inception: 1918

Architects: Willem Leliman

Elevation above the sea: 90 m

Made from material: stone

GPS coordinates: 52.02848,6.02126

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:04