Girl sitting in grasfield looking at Nationalpark Veluwezoom
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National Park Veluwezoom

Veluwezoom is the oldest National Park in Holland. This landscape of hills, forests, heathlands and sand drifts has been a protected area since 1931. You can freely walk and explore the roads and paths of the region, or take advantage of one of the many opportunities to discover the Veluwe by horse, bicycle or mountain bike. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself eye to eye with a red deer or wild boar!

  • Walk through Holland’s oldest nature reserve
  • Enjoy the view from the Posbank
  • Discover the beautiful estates, country houses and monumental farms
Address:
Heuvenseweg 5a
6991JE Rheden

The view from the Posbank

Veluwezoom National Park purple heath with fog

If you go to Veluwezoom National Park, a visit to the Posbank is a must. The Posbank is a 90-metre-high hill, making it an iconic vantage point in the park. It is known for its beautiful views over the forests and purple heathlands. On a clear day, you can see as far as 20 km, with rolling hills and nature stretching to the horizon. The Posbank attracts many visitors, especially when the heather is in bloom in August.

Red deer mating season

There are two wildlife observation posts on the Veluwezoom, allowing you to observe the local wildlife without disturbing the animals. September and October are red deer mating season, during which time male red deer attempt to impress females by roaring (‘burlen’ in Dutch). It’s a spectacle that you don’t want to miss if you’re visiting the Veluwezoom. The park organises excursions during this period, giving you a chance to safely observe these spectacular natural phenomena.

Other flora & fauna

Leisure and recreational activities

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