Het Bossche Broek, Polder near 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands
The 200-hectare grassland area features meadows and marshes bordered by the Dommel River, the Pettelaar district, Lake Zuiderplas, and the A2 motorway.
During the Eighty Years' War in 1629, Prince Frederik Hendrik constructed a 50-kilometer dike to drain the surrounding land for military operations.
The medieval walls and fortifications of 's-Hertogenbosch remain visible along the northern edge of the polder, reflecting centuries of military architecture.
The area contains marked walking trails with metal posts indicating former military zones, while a free ferry service crosses the Dommel River.
The polder maintains high groundwater levels through natural upwelling and regular flooding, creating conditions for specific marsh plants and waterfowl species.
Location: 's-Hertogenbosch
GPS coordinates: 51.67670,5.30500
Latest update: March 25, 2025 22:00
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