Discover Natuurgebied Leidschendammer­hout

In Natuurgebied Leidschendammerhout, Highland cattle grazes near the ponds and birds nest in the trees. In this extensive nature area, there are endless possibilities for walks and horseback rides. With the many kilometres of footpaths and bridlepaths, there’s a lot to experience for people and horses. Its varying landscape of wet woodlands, rough grasslands and reed-ringed ponds, the Leidschendammerhout never fails to amaze.

Just thirty years ago, Holstein-Frisian dairy cows roamed the fields near Leidschendam, now there’s the Leidschendammerhout. For every nature loverr, theres something to discover. Don’t forget to walk the Laarzenpad! For more information about the Laarzenpad, visit the website of Staatsbosbeheer! In the winter, you can watch the many geese and gadwall hanging out at the ponds. Gorgeous views guaranteed!

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You can explore this nature and recreation area on horseback?

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Startling activities

Kinderboerderij Essesteijn

Kinderboerderij Essesteijn is a friendly place for visitors of all ages, and of course for real animal lovers. The cows, chickens, sheep, rabbits and guinea pigs that roam here are good company for children and parents.

Park Vreugd en Rust

The former estate Vreugd en Rust in Voorburg is now a public park with great amenities. Here you can go for long walks and enjoy the peace and quiet among all the greenery!