Westduinpark, park in the Netherlands
Westduinpark is a large nature reserve near The Hague with dunes, grasslands, and forests. The area features winding paths that allow visitors to see different plants and animals including birds, rabbits, and insects.
The area was used as a hunting ground by the House of Orange in the 12th century. Later, during World War II, German soldiers built bunkers and underground tunnels as part of the Atlantic Wall defensive line, remnants of which remain visible in the landscape today.
Westduinpark takes its name from its location among the dunes west of The Hague. Visitors can see how the landscape feels natural and how people use the paths for walking and relaxing away from the city.
You can arrive on foot, by bicycle, or by car with multiple entrances and parking available. Dogs are welcome on a leash, and trash bins are provided to help protect the delicate plants and animals in the area.
A herd of Scottish Highland cattle grazes freely throughout the park and helps maintain the land by keeping grass short and the landscape open and wild. These animals have been part of the ecosystem since major restoration work between 2011 and 2013.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
