Abtswoudse Bos, Recreation park in Delft, Netherlands.
Abtswoudse Bos is a 190-hectare natural space in Delft featuring planted trees, shrubs, ditches, ponds, and small lakes. These water features are interconnected by shell paths and grassy fields.
The site transformed from meadows into a designed park around 2000, marking a shift in urban planning toward integrating green spaces into cities. This change reflected a new approach to creating public natural areas.
The central landscaping feature Moeder Aarde depicts a human form through pathways that function like veins and carefully positioned vegetation.
The park has parking at Tanthofdreef number 10 near Kynologenclub Delft and designated off-leash areas for dogs throughout the year. Visitors should prepare for varying path conditions and weather-dependent ground surfaces.
The park features an artificial hill that offers views over the forest, polder landscape, and neighboring towns. This elevated vantage point provides a different perspective than what visitors experience walking at ground level.
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