뉴쿱‬에서 가장 멋진 ‪7‬개의 천연기념물

Standard orchards are no longer common. They can still be admired on the Bredius Estate. There are two large orchards and several smaller ones with old apple varieties, such as the Goudrenet and the Notarisapple, and old pear varieties, such as the Saint-Rémy and the Legipont. The oldest fruit trees are over 100 years old. Originally, there were over four hundred fruit trees on the estate, spread across sixteen orchards. The estate now has 370 fruit trees.

It is an almost inconspicuous piece of pasture that you can easily cycle past, but it has a special history; https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armenland_van_Ruwiel

The avenues on either side of this long, straight pond run partly diagonally to provide the view to and from the northern castle tower or knight's tower.

The path takes you past this gem, a beautiful nature reserve managed by Staatsbosbeheer. It is a wetland area with many birds such as the kingfisher

Raised benches have been installed in some places in the Groene Jonker to enjoy a good view. I can imagine that it is busy here in the spring with many bird watchers who would like a high bench.

De Groene Jonker is a beautiful nature reserve near the Nieuwkoopse Plassen in the province of South Holland. It is a relatively young nature reserve that has developed into an important place for many bird species and other animals. The area is approximately 100 hectares and consists of a mix of shallow ponds, reedlands, bushes and grasslands. The landscape of De Groene Jonker is therefore a varied and attractive habitat for a diversity of flora and fauna. One of the characteristics of this area is the rich bird life. It is a birdwatcher's paradise, with a variety of bird species visiting or breeding in the area, including spoonbills, waders, ducks, and geese. De Groene Jonker is an important stopping place for migratory birds, especially in spring and autumn. The purple heron, the black tern and various species can also be spotted here. The wet parts of De Groene Jonker are particularly valuable for amphibians and fish. The flora in the area is also versatile with special plant species that thrive in the practical and rich food conditions. The area is open to visitors, with several hiking trails and viewpoints from which men can admire nature. De Groene Jonker is managed by Natuurmonumenten, and the management is aimed at preserving and increasing the natural diversity of the area, while also providing space for recreation and education. Together with the Nieuwkoopse Plassen, the nature reserve forms a unique and important nature reserve in the Green Heart of the Netherlands. #WandelTotaal

This nature reserve is worthwhile in all seasons. Can be muddy after rainy periods.

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