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A historical archive of epicentre records and seismic data related to the Oostvaardersplassen region.

Documented Earthquake History and Recorded Seismic Activity Near Oostvaardersplassen

Access a structured collection of historical earthquake records identified within proximity to Oostvaardersplassen in the province of Flevoland. The archive provides data on event dates, magnitudes, and epicentre distances to support geographic analysis of the area. These records reflect regional seismic patterns and provide a transparent overview of historical activity without implying future risk or specific geological causation for this nature reserve.

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A stylized illustration of a nature reserve featuring a winding stream, reeds in the foreground, sparse trees, and distant hills under a warm pastel sky.

A young Dutch wetland reserve in Flevoland, shaped by marsh dynamics and large grazers.

Oostvaardersplassen

Oostvaardersplassen is a nature reserve of roughly 5,600 hectares lying between Almere and Lelystad in the province of Flevoland in the Netherlands. It lies in one of the country's newest landscapes, having formed after the drainage of the Flevoland polders between 1950 and 1968, and is therefore an unusually young protected area compared with much older Dutch nature sites. The reserve is divided roughly into a wet marsh section of about 3,600 hectares and a drier grazed section of about 2,000 hectares. The wet section is internationally important as a marsh and as a wintering area for birds, while the drier section is kept open by herds of large grazers such as Heck cattle, Konik horses, and red deer, alongside smaller grazers such as greylag geese. Oostvaardersplassen is recognized for its high ecological value, its pioneering role in large-herbivore management, and its inclusion in the Nationaal Park Nieuw Land. It is also a designated Natura 2000 site and a Bird Directive area, reflecting both its national and European conservation significance.

Location
Netherlands
Park type
Nature reserve
Established
1974
Area
56 km²
Oostvaardersplassen Nature Reserve Map

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Study historical earthquakes in the area around Oostvaardersplassen

Oostvaardersplassen spans 56 km² of Dutch lowland wetlands, lakes, rivers, grassland, and forest with major water presence. Its earthquake search presents spatially associated source observations, not evidence that an epicentre entered the reserve, affected its habitats, or signals a present threat.

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This page describes catalogued earthquakes associated with the park by epicentre location and distance. It does not establish causation, assess current danger, or predict future earthquakes.

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Discover another protected landscape after Oostvaardersplassen records

Oostvaardersplassen ends its earthquake section with a route to a separate atlas destination; its own 56 km² lowland setting combines wetlands, lakes, rivers, grassland and forest with major water presence; none of those facts is carried onto the next page. The recommendation does not establish shared reserve status, proximity, seismic history, environmental conditions, hazard or risk.
National parkFlevoland
Park boundaries overlap#1 closest

North

Nieuw Land National Park: Mapped Wetland Landscape on Flevoland's Reclaimed Land

Protected area geography and ecological discovery in the Netherlands

Nieuw Land National Park offers a distinctive protected landscape forged on land recently reclaimed from the sea in the Dutch province of Flevoland. This national park is characterized by its vast expanse of wetlands, artificial islands like the Marker Wadden, and critical importance for migratory bird populations. Delve into the park's geographic context and mapped features to understand its unique conservation value and role within the wider European atlas of protected areas.

Area
289 km²
Established
2018
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
Nieuw Land National Park Atlas
Nature reserveFlevoland
3.2 km away#2 closest

Southwest

Lepelaarplassen Nature Reserve: Protected Polder Wetlands and Marshland Geography

Ecologically significant wetland habitats in Flevoland

Lepelaarplassen is a protected wetland reserve situated on the edge of the young Flevoland polder. Featuring a blend of excavated lakes, willow marshes, and expansive reed fringes, the area provides essential habitat for colonial breeding birds and migratory species. This detailed look covers the landscape structure and regional geography of one of the most vital wetland zones along the Oostvaardersdijk.

Area
5 km²
Established
1971
Relief
Lowland
Access
Moderate access
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A watercolor landscape painting of a calm, shallow body of water surrounded by grassy, low-lying shores and soft, distant hills under a pale, white sky.
Protected areaNetherlands
5.3 km away#3 closest

North

IJsselmeer: Geography and Protected Wetland Mapping of the Netherlands

Engineered freshwater landscapes and polder geography

The IJsselmeer acts as the central freshwater reservoir for the Netherlands, providing a expansive, horizon-dominated landscape shaped by the Afsluitdijk. As an internationally recognized wetland, it supports diverse waterbird populations within its intricate system of dikes, former tidal channels, and emerging nature islands. This protected area stands as a definitive example of large-scale, adaptive hydraulic management in a low-lying coastal nation.

Area
1,133 km²
Established
1932
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Temperate
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Nature reserveFlevoland
About 14 km away#4 closest

South

Eemmeer & Gooimeer Zuidoever: Mapped Geography and Protected Lake-Fringe Landscape

A Natura 2000 wetland reserve within the Flevoland region

The Eemmeer & Gooimeer Zuidoever nature reserve consists of two distinct yet interconnected lake basins that represent the evolving landscape of the central Netherlands. The area is defined by its shallow water fringes and marshy shorelines, which provide essential sanctuary for waterbirds. By tracing the boundary between engineered polders and older mainland provinces, this reserve provides a unique look at the ecological significance of the former Zuiderzee remnants.

Area
15.84 km²
Established
2009
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Temperate
Eemmeer & Gooimeer Zuidoever Nature Reserve
Nature reserveFlevoland
14 km away#5 closest

West

Markermeer & IJmeer Nature Reserve: Mapping Dutch Freshwater and Polder Landscapes

A vast protected lake system shaped by historic water engineering

Spanning the distance between Flevoland and North Holland, Markermeer & IJmeer represents a significant freshwater protected area. The landscape features large lake basins framed by dike systems and recent island developments, offering a prime example of Dutch wetland geography and managed water ecosystems.

Area
79.553 km²
Established
2009
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Temperate
Markermeer & IJmeer Nature Reserve Atlas
Nature reserveNetherlands
19 km away#6 closest

South

Arkemheen Nature Reserve: Geography and Protected Landscape Context in the Netherlands

Mapping medieval polder patterns and wetland bird habitats.

Arkemheen is a significant nature reserve in the Netherlands characterized by a flat, open polder landscape and historic fourteenth-century agricultural patterns. The area offers a distinct ecological profile, integrating freshwater border lakes with saline-influenced grasslands that support an internationally recognized population of meadow and wetland birds.

Area
14.3 km²
Established
1356
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Temperate
Arkemheen Nature Reserve Atlas
Protected areaNetherlands
20 km away#7 closest

Southeast

Veluwe: A Comprehensive Geographic Atlas of the Central Netherlands Protected Area

Glacial moraines, heathlands, and inland sand systems

Investigate the Veluwe, a premier protected area in the Gelderland province characterized by its historic push moraines and extensive ecological zones. The region encompasses significant sand drift complexes, dense woodlands, and vital spring-fed streams, offering a clear view of the diverse natural terrain found throughout the central Netherlands.

Area
1,000 km²
Relief
Upland
Climate
Temperate
Access
Easy access
Veluwe Protected Area Map and Geography
Protected areaFlevoland
21 km away#8 closest

Northeast

Ketelmeer & Vossemeer: Protected Area Geography, Boundaries, and Landscape Context

Mapping freshwater lake dynamics in the Flevoland and Overijssel border region.

Ketelmeer & Vossemeer constitutes a significant Natura 2000 wetland complex where riverine floodplains meet engineered polder landscapes. This analysis provides insights into the site's role as a critical Important Bird Area and its position within the broader IJssel delta network of lakes and water channels.

Area
38.43 km²
Established
2013
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Temperate
Ketelmeer & Vossemeer Protected Area
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Investigate the detailed geography and ecological structure of Oostvaardersplassen within the MoriAtlas database. Gain a deeper understanding of how this nature reserve functions as a critical wetland sanctuary and how its polder boundaries define the natural character of Flevoland. See how hydrological patterns and grazing systems sustain this dynamic European habitat.

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