Lunetten, a neighborhood in Utrecht's southeast corner, is separated from the rest by the Waterlinieweg. It is a part of the Zuid district which includes Hoograven, Tolsteeg and other smaller neighborhoods. Residents of Lunetten are called Lunettenaren, and youths in the area often refer to themselves as "Lunatics".
Lunetten is a structuralist experiment in urban planning from the 1970s. Designers were guided by the input of the future residents. This was a unique input for a residential neighborhood as it included all scales; architectural and landscaping elements, building façades, and the layout of homes and courtyards. Residents are still heavily involved in the design of public spaces and the layout of their homes. This is why this neighborhood is more successful than other "cabbage patch neighborhoods" and an argument against urban planning.
The name refers to the lunettes or half-moon fortifications in the Beatrixpark, which are surrounded by water. The lunettes are part of the Nieuwe Hollandse Waterlinie, and the Limes was the northern border road for the Roman Empire. The two largest Dutch monuments meet in the southwest part of the neighborhood. The A12 and A27 highways are located to the east and south of Lunetten, and the Knooppunt Lunetten Interchange is located in the middle. The train station is located in the northeast.
Mobypark provides residents and visitors with affordable and convenient parking options in Lunetten. We want to make parking easy and stress-free so that you can enjoy the many attractions of your neighborhood. You can find and reserve parking spots using our app. Our app offers a range of parking options including on-street, garages and train station parking. Mobypark can accommodate you, whether you are a local resident in search of a long-term parking spot or a tourist looking for a temporary spot.
Lunetten, in conclusion, is an interesting and unique neighborhood with a strong community spirit and a rich past. It stands out among other neighborhoods because of its experiment in structuralist urban design, as well as the strong involvement of its residents in designing and using public spaces. Mobypark provides a variety of parking options that are convenient and affordable to help you enjoy your trip or commute.