The Sloter Park, which measures an impressive 91 hectares, is the largest park in Amsterdam and despite its immense size, its also one of our favourites. This green urban landscape is best explored by bike, although you can discover some good places on foot as well. Try the popular 5.8km Sloterplas Tour, which takes you through a changing landscape guaranteed to keep you interested in your surroundings. The park was created using the excavated top soil of the former Sloterdijkermeer Polder. In the very north western corner is a piece of land which has remained untouched since it was designed in the 1950s and it has gradually developed into the Het Ruige Riet (The Rough Reeds) nature reserve. Dog owners in particular cherish this beautiful piece of nature, so watch where you step! One of Amsterdam's best festivals, the Loveland Festival, takes place in the park every year in August, but in April 2012 the Natureluur nature fair for children will be unveiled here.