De Blauwe Kamer, Former brick factory in Neder-Betuwe, Netherlands.
De Blauwe Kamer is a converted brick factory near Neder-Betuwe that now consists mainly of wetlands, open grasslands, and various water bodies. The site stretches along the northern bank of the Nederrijn River with a mixed landscape of natural habitats.
The site functioned as a brick factory until 1975 before being transformed into a protected nature reserve. Industrial heritage features remain visible throughout the landscape as reminders of its former use.
The site functions as a place where visitors explore connections between the natural landscape and the region's long history of human settlement. Walking routes guide people through areas that reflect how this land has been shaped and used over centuries.
The site is accessible to visitors, but dogs, mountain bikes, and horses are not permitted to protect the resident wildlife. Walking routes are available throughout the year, though conditions vary depending on the season and recent weather.
Since 2002, Galloway cattle and Konik horses have grazed freely across the landscape, naturally maintaining the habitat through their feeding patterns. These animals serve as living tools that help shape the ecosystem in ways a reserve manager alone could not achieve.
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