Rotterdam is known as a port city and a city of architecture. But Rotterdam is also an exceptionally green city. This green guide to Rotterdam shows the highlights of the city with the most trees per inhabitant in the Netherlands: from large city parks like Het Park and the Kralingse Bos to intimate gardens like Schoonoord and the Schoonderloo Treasure, from the rugged nature of the Esch to urban agriculture on the Schieblock, from a huge rooftop park to an enclosed courtyard garden. Rotterdam has it all. In addition to the 100 most beautiful parks, gardens and nature reserves, this guide also offers information on typical Rotterdam city animals and plants. It covers such diverse topics as the historical development of the green city, urban nature and ecology, participation gardens and urban agriculture, green architecture, the water structure, ecology, "green" shopping tips and much more. An indispensable guide for every city dweller and visitor who wants to experience Rotterdam's green glory and garden secrets.