The Netherlands protects its natural landscapes through a formal, interconnected system of 21 National Parks, covering over 130,000 hectares of diverse topography.
* **Nationaal Park De Hoge Veluwe:** Renowned for its striking mix of heathlands, shifting sand dunes, and deep woodlands. * **Nationaal Park De Biesbosch:** One of the largest freshwater tidal zones in Europe, featuring a dense, navigable maze of rivers, islands, and willow forests. * **Nationaal Park Oosterschelde:** The largest national park in the country, consisting primarily of water and functioning as a vital hub for marine biodiversity. * **Nationaal Park Duinen van Texel:** A varied island landscape encompassing dunes, sweeping beaches, and pine forests on the Wadden island of Texel.