Houtrakpolder, Reclaimed land area near Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The Houtrakpolder extends along the southern side of the North Sea Canal and contains both industrial zones and natural habitats. The area includes brackish water reserves where waterbirds feed and rest.
This polder was created in 1873 during the North Sea Canal construction through reclamation of IJ waters. The project linked the two canal shores and changed the local landscape.
The recreation area Spaarnwoude uses part of this polder for outdoor activities and local leisure. The Houtrak Golf Club operates here and draws regular visitors from surrounding neighborhoods.
The Buitenhuizen ferry connects this polder with the opposite side of the North Sea Canal for easy crossing. Best visited during spring and migration season for observing waterbirds.
Salt water from the North Sea Canal flows into the nature reserves creating brackish conditions here. This mix of fresh and salt water attracts rare bird species like spoonbills that hunt for shrimp.
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