Event
The Lutkemeerpolder as a place to cool off
Description
On warm days, Nieuw-West is the hottest place in Amsterdam. At the same time, no fewer than eight of the city's twelve official cooling spots are located in Nieuw-West. This is not without reason: more and more people are in need of cooling during heatwaves.
During this Lutkemeer walk, we will explore why the Lutkemeerpolder is so important as a natural cooling spot. Living soil, trees, ditches, and greenery help cool the surroundings, whereas paving and buildings actually retain heat. We will look at Amsterdam's temperature maps and investigate what they themselves can contribute. The walk is suitable for young and old. Article about the cooling spots - https://www.parool.nl/amsterdam/van-supermarkt-tot-stadsboerderij-eerste-koelteplekken-in-amsterdam-gecreeerd-nu-temperaturen-oplopen-tot-33-graden~b13aeeae/
The short walk is a brief stroll (approximately 2 km) through the Lutkemeerpolder and across the fields of De Boterbloem, with plenty of information. Along the way, you will learn more about nature, urban farming, biodiversity, and the plans for Voedselpark Amsterdam.
Sunday, July 5, 2026 – start at 1:00 PM
Meeting point: De Boterbloem Farm, Lutkemeerweg 262B, Amsterdam
Practical information
For everyone aged 10 and up
Free participation
Maximum 20 participants
Preferably come by bike
Register via: activiteiten@voedselparkamsterdam.nl
During this Lutkemeer walk, we will explore why the Lutkemeerpolder is so important as a natural cooling spot. Living soil, trees, ditches, and greenery help cool the surroundings, whereas paving and buildings actually retain heat. We will look at Amsterdam's temperature maps and investigate what they themselves can contribute. The walk is suitable for young and old. Article about the cooling spots - https://www.parool.nl/amsterdam/van-supermarkt-tot-stadsboerderij-eerste-koelteplekken-in-amsterdam-gecreeerd-nu-temperaturen-oplopen-tot-33-graden~b13aeeae/
The short walk is a brief stroll (approximately 2 km) through the Lutkemeerpolder and across the fields of De Boterbloem, with plenty of information. Along the way, you will learn more about nature, urban farming, biodiversity, and the plans for Voedselpark Amsterdam.
Sunday, July 5, 2026 – start at 1:00 PM
Meeting point: De Boterbloem Farm, Lutkemeerweg 262B, Amsterdam
Practical information
For everyone aged 10 and up
Free participation
Maximum 20 participants
Preferably come by bike
Register via: activiteiten@voedselparkamsterdam.nl
