The story of the national parks forms the basis for everything we do for and with national parks. It contributes to increasing the unity and recognizability of the national parks; one of the goals from the national parks policy program up to 2030. The story was created with representatives of national parks.
The story of the national parks
National parks are the most characteristic natural areas of the Netherlands. They are places where you enjoy the most beautiful nature and are home to special plants and animals.
All the national parks together showcase the great diversity of nature in the Netherlands. From dunes to river nature, from forests and heathland to peat. Landscapes that have been created by the interaction between water and land and between humans and nature. Each national park with its own unique story and magic, intertwined with regional history and culture. And together they form one large essential ecosystem for all of the Netherlands and beyond.
In a national park, you experience what nature does to you. That we humans are part of nature. That we need nature but also the other way around. Because these special places do not remain special by themselves.
In our national parks, residents, entrepreneurs, landowners, governments, and other involved organizations work together to strengthen, learn, and experience nature and the culture connected to it. National parks activate, connect, and inspire. In this way, they contribute to a livable beautiful environment and sustainable solutions for climate, biodiversity, water, and space. With a healthy nature as a starting point. Because we believe in the power and value of nature. For everyone and forever!