The Utrecht canals are an important habitat for bats. In recent years, these valuable animals have increasingly been given the attention and protection they deserve. Bats still too often lose their winter habitats during restorations because cellars are heated. On the other side, in the quay wall, pits and other hollow structures have been made […]
Water around Utrecht
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Forest New Wulven
Recreational forest in historic surroundings The Nieuw Wulven forest is a young forest that has been created in a varied and historic landscape. In the forest, which is managed by Staatsbosbeheer, there is a lot of space for recreation and nature. Illustration: Warbler Drasbos The southern part of Nieuw Wulven is located between grazing lands. […]
Fish passage Lunetten IV
Construction of 14 fish passages In the water system within the management area of the De Stichtse Rijnlanden Water Board (HDSR), there are barriers (pumps that are difficult or impossible to pass through fish, weirs, inlets and dams) that form a burden on the ecology. Water Directive Framework (WFD 2016-2021) HDSR is putting work into […]
Vision trees on the Neude
The Neude with more trees, as a place to meet in the historic city center, creates for a pleasant appearance, more ambiance and a nice environment for residents, visitors, events and the bars and cafés. The Neude will gradually transform into a meeting place with more trees, based on the exploitation of the square and […]