The National Park Utrechtse Heuvelrug is a national park in the Dutch province of Utrecht. It lies between Leusden and Rhenen and contains a multitude of landscape forms, of which the lateral moraine is the most striking. Heathlands, shifting sands and water meadows are also part of the national park. The Heuvelrug is the second largest woodland area in the Netherlands after the Veluwe. The national park has existed since 2003. In 2013 it was considerably expanded. By declaring it a national park, a legal basis was established to protect the area and keep it attractive for future generations. With the establishment of the national park, the Utrechtse Heuvelrug can be better protected against the pressure of urban developments and against extensive fragmentation. The joint owners aim to protect the nature and cultural-historical values in the area.
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