Veerplas
Artificial lake in Haarlem, Netherlands / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Veerplas (Dutch pronunciation: [ˌveːrˈplɑs] ⓘ) is an artificial lake directly east of the Dutch city of Haarlem. It was dug in 1994, mainly for recreation purposes and forms part of the Spaarnwoude recreational area.
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Location | Haarlem, Netherlands |
Coordinates | 52°23.2′N 4°40.6′E |
Type | artificial lake |
Basin countries | Netherlands |
The lake measures 450 by 400 metres. The southern shore is formed by a constructed wetland used for water purification. Large numbers of waterfowl may be found here and along the swampy eastern shore during the winter season (e.g. greylag geese, wigeons, common goldeneyes).[1] The local angling club has released carps into the lake.[2] A sandy beach measuring some 300 m was created at the western shore. An area sufficiently shallow to accommodate safe swimming by inexperienced bathers is cordoned off. Furthermore, a grassy sunbathing area sporting a public toilet adjoins the lake, as well as a children's adventure playground. The lake is only a short walking distance from Haarlem Spaarnwoude railway station and relatively close to the A200 and A9 motorways. This favourable location has helped to make it a popular area for organising mid to large-scale events. Thus, 2006 saw the Circus Herman Renz pitch its tent alongside the lake.