Leersumse Veld, Nature area in Utrechtse Heuvelrug, Netherlands.
The Leersumse Veld is a nature area featuring rolling hills, sandy paths, woodlands, and meadows in the Utrechtse Heuvelrug region. The terrain offers a network of marked hiking and cycling routes that vary in difficulty and length.
The area was originally heathland and was transformed in the early 20th century through conservation efforts by Utrecht province. These efforts created the mixed landscape of woods and open spaces visible today.
The area draws hikers and cyclists who come to experience the changing landscape of forests, open spaces, and hills throughout the year. Local people and visitors use the trails regularly to move through nature and find moments of quietness away from towns.
The area is easy to explore on foot or by bicycle, with multiple marked routes available for different ability levels. It helps to check weather and ground conditions before visiting, as sandy paths vary in accessibility depending on the season.
Beneath the A12 highway runs a wildlife corridor that links different habitats, allowing deer, badgers, squirrels, butterflies, and bird species to move across the landscape. This underground passage shows how nature protection and infrastructure can coexist.
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