Hiking Nature

Nature Reserve Amelisweerd
Tip! Explore Amelisweerd with a canoe!

• By Jamal + 2
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• Annaflavia: “After a long walk through Amelisweerd, I feel refreshed and re-energized. Being in the midst of such rich flora and fauna is a unique feeling.”
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• Vito : “In the summer it is really great to picnic here and swim in the Kromme Rijn. Bring a swimming ring and go with the flow!”
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• Jamal: “It gives me the space to empty my head once in a while.”

Maxima Park
Máximapark is about the same size as Central Park in New York!

• By Studentlife Team + 1
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• Berne: “Máximapark is where the green meets the modern. It is a lovely place to go for a walk and let go of the daily stressors.”
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• Studentlife Team: “Located in Leidsche Rijn district, the Maximapark belongs to one of the most beloved parks in the Netherlands.”

Juliana Park
Park, playground and zoo all in one!

• By Studentlife Team + 1
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• Berne: “In every season the juliana park is a nice place to walk. And in the summer you can have a picnic among the chickens”
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• Studentlife Team: “Visiting this park is the best way to reconnect with nature and boost your well-being by surrounding yourself with animals like chickens, sheep, and ducks.”

Park Bloeyendael
Park Bloeyendael is Utrecht's best kept secret!

• By Studentlife Team
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• Studentlife Team: “Not many people know about this hidden gem. If you enjoy running in the nature, you should definitely visit Park Bloeyen.”

Park Het Gagelbos
Discover the nature outside Utrecht

• By Sanne
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• Sanne: “During all the lockdowns I could be found here a lot to rollerblade or walk. Nice and close to home, but not in the city.”

Park Lepelenburg
Get your picknick basket, take your picknick blanked and your day will be fantastic!

• By Derin
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• Derin: “If you are looking for a location somewhere easy to access from Utrecht Centraal and also having some supermarket options, that is your destination. It is not the biggest park in Utrecht but one of my favorite so far!”

Fortress bij Rijnauwen
Together with Amelisweerd, this is Utrecht's most popular outdoor area.

• By Stephan + 1
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• Berne: “It’s hard to miss Fort Rijnauwen if you go on your morning runs around the forest in Amelisweerd. The history behind the walls adds a bit of character to the forest and its beautiful flora and fauna. The sunset walks there are amazing too, definitely check it out in the early months of May, when it’s the perfect weather”
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• Stephan: “I love to take a walk in the countryside and enjoy the beautiful weather.”