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Discover how nature, culture and architecture collaborate and merge in the bike route of Amsterdam Zuid. The route introduces you to innovative ideas about the reuse of (rain) water, energy and food. These green initiatives are implemented to make streets, office buildings, restaurants and neighborhoods more sustainable.
The first stop is Zone2Source institute in Amstelpark. Here, you will learn to look at the natural environment from a new perspective through art and technology. From Amstelpark you cycle to the gardens of Amstelglorie, where you might spot a kingfisher. You can discover more special flowers and plants in the Botanical Garden and the Artsenijhof.
Of course, a visit to the Zuidas cannot be left out. Admire the smart design of The Edge: one of the most sustainable office buildings in the world. Next, climb the stairs to the public garden of Valley and enjoy the view. This impressive building was designed by architects MVRDV as an urban oasis of greenery, making a positive impact on the biodiversity of the Zuidas.
The route also takes you past examples of climate-proof infrastructure. For example, the green walls of Bioblocks along the A10 Zuid provide shelter to various species of insects and birds. The constructed, ecological connecting zone provides a natural link between the Amsterdam forest and various nature reserves. Finish the route at Circl with an organic sandwich or drink.
Start the bike tour Zuid via Google Maps