Houten, Netherlands (© Herman van den Berge/500px)

【November 4 2016】The Netherlands is already a progressive country when it comes to reducing car traffic and providing ample park and recreation space in its city planning. Houten may just be the gold standard for the Dutch, though. This municipality in the Utrecht province has been recognized for its well-organized and easily accessed bike paths and having more soothing green space then most city dwellers would expect.Explore breathtaking Gallery from the HuluTrip homepage over the past 5 years..