Zuid-Kennemerland National Park
Zuid-Kennemerland is a national park of the Netherlands, spread over an area of 38 km2, near the city of Haarlem. It was founded to protect the sand dunes near the North Sea.
The National Park owns a sandy beach by the sea. Behind the beach there are sand dunes, which cover the interior from the cold winds from the sea, which makes the climate milder here. Previously, the Zuid-Kennemerland Park was covered with a network of groundwater, but then the area began to drain. The dunes will mix under the influence of the winds, and the speed of movement depends on the number of plants on them. And the flora depends on the groundwater level, because the higher the groundwater level, the lower the speed of movement of the dunes. Since 2003, the area has stopped being drained, which is why the area lined with plants has increased significantly. Lakes can be seen between the dunes, where thousands of migratory birds rest. One of these lakes is Vogelmeer.
In the northeastern part of the Zuid-Kennemerland Park, you can see coniferous forests, near which special long-haired Scottish cows are bred. You can also see deer, rabbits, and foxes in the park.
Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy relaxing in the park. There is untouched nature, hiking and cycling trails for tourists. Almost 2 million tourists visit the park every year.
