De Bolwerken, City park in Haarlem-Centrum, Netherlands.
De Bolwerken is a city park situated north of Haarlem station with gravel pathways and many benches scattered throughout. The space is organized as interconnected green areas that create a sense of openness and accessibility.
The park was created in 1828 when old city fortifications were transformed into green space by landscape architect J.D. Zocher. This same designer later created the well-known Vondelpark in Amsterdam.
This park serves as a gathering place where residents come to walk, sit, and spend time together away from the busy streets. The open green areas feel welcoming to people of all ages looking for a break from daily routines.
The park is located right next to the main station and is open throughout the day and night. A pedestrian bridge connects the space to Kloppersingel, making it easy to explore the surrounding area.
The original defensive walls of the city still lie beneath the park's grass and pathways, hidden from view. These layers of history quietly support what is now a peaceful recreational space for the community.
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