Jaap van 't Veen's photos with the keyword: Rhenen

The Blauwe Kamer is a nature reserve created in 1992 after a dike along the river Rhine was dug away. Since then the water of the river has free rein in the new nature reserve. As a result, nature is constantly in motion. The dynamics of the river create height differences and attract special plants and animals. Flowery vegetations give color to the landscape. In several places willow forest grows and marshes are created. Nowadays it is a paradise for birds - among them spoonbills, egrets and comarants - and bird lovers. The flora in the area is rich and sometimes consists of species that were previously unknown in the river area. The Blauwe Kamer is home of semi-wild Galloways and Konik horses. The beaver also feels at home. The name of the Blauwe Kamer comes from a manor house from the year 1636. In addition, a brick factory later stood in the nature reserve, until 1975, which bore this name; remnants of this factory can still be seen.