Parks and gardens in Eindhoven

Eindhoven’s green spaces range from historical gifts by the Philips family, like the 1920s Philips de Jongh Wandelpark, to specialized botanical sites like the Frater Simon Deltour Heempark. The city features expansive landscapes such as the 22-hectare Henri Dunantpark and the English-style Park Meerland. Many locations, including the Anne Frank Park and Lex en Edo Hornemannplantsoen, serve as solemn memorials, while others like the Dahliatuin and VSB Vlindertuin offer focused horticultural displays near the Dommel river.

Parks and Gardens — Map

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Anne Frank Park

This small park is a commemoration of Anne Frank, a Jewish Holocaust victim. There is also a memorial dedicated to her here.

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B

Stadswandelpark

This large green park features nice pathways, a lot of public artworks and a pond. Spend a lovely afternoon here!

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Henri Dunantpark

Covering around 22 hectares, this tranquil park has an outdoor playground, a small petting zoo and also two public artworks.

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Philips de Jongh Wandelpark

Established in 1920, this park was a gift from the Philips company. Admire the large trees and have a cup of coffee in the pavilion.

E

Philips Van Lennep Park

Take your kids to this beautiful park and let them encounter farm animals in the petting zoo. They can also go to a playground.

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Dommelpark

A green corridor following the banks of the Dommel river, connecting the city center to the southern parklands.

G

Proeftuin Meerhoven

A community-led experimental garden in the Meerhoven district focused on sustainable urban agriculture.

H

De Vergeten Tuin

A secluded community garden tucked away in the city center, maintained by local residents.

I

Dahliatuin

A dedicated garden showcasing a diverse collection of dahlias, typically in peak bloom from August through October.

J

De Doorntuin

A neighborhood green space located in the Tongelre district.

K

Park Meerland

A 60-hectare park in Meerhoven designed in the English landscape style, featuring hills, water basins, and bridges.

L

Severijnpark

A local park in the Gestel district providing green space and walking paths.

M

Binnentuin 'De Omhelzing'

A community courtyard garden in the Woensel-West neighborhood, created as part of local urban renewal projects.

N

Binnentuin 'De Trots'

An inner courtyard garden in Woensel-West featuring shared green space for residents.

O

Lex en Edo Hornemannplantsoen

A memorial park dedicated to Lex and Edo Hornemann, two young Jewish brothers from Eindhoven who died in the Holocaust.

P

Frater Simon Deltour Heempark

A botanical garden dedicated to native Dutch flora and wild plants in their natural habitats.

Q

Kerstroosplein

A neighborhood square and green space located in the Stratum district.

R

Sint Bonifaciuspark

A landscaped city park in the Stratum area featuring open lawns and walking paths.

S

Aanschotse Beemden

A nature-rich park on the northern edge of the city, preserving stream valley landscapes and wet meadows.

T

Park De Koppele Noord

A residential park in the northern Woensel district.

U

Aanschot Park

A green area in the northern Aanschot neighborhood with paths for walking and cycling.

V

Keelpark

A local park in the Meerhoven area providing recreational space and connectivity.

W

Ton Smitspark

A park named after the famous Eindhoven cartoonist Ton Smits, situated adjacent to the museum dedicated to his work.

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VSB Vlindertuin

A specialized garden designed to attract and support various species of local butterflies.

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