Werf & Erf : Living in Nieuw-Rhijngeest Zuid

A new urban district between Leiden and Oegstgeest.
In addition to the further development of the life science sector, a distinctive new residential area is also planned for the Oegstgeest side of the Bio Science Park. Around 500 homes, both for sale and for rent, will be built here, arranged around lively squares and waterside quays, with green banks and a small harbour. Construction is expected to start in the first quarter of 2027.

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The Werf neighbourhood will be developed between the homes of Rhijnhoeve and Nieuw Rhijngeest and the laboratories and research buildings of the Leiden Bio Science Park. The area will include around 500 new homes for sale and for rent, ranging from apartments and waterside houses to penthouses and family homes. A quarter of the homes will be designated as social housing.

The buildings will be carefully integrated into the landscape, with heights stepping down towards the surrounding area. Alongside housing, there will be 2,500 square metres of amenities, including cafés and restaurants, as well as a small marina with space for around 60 sloops. The neighbourhood will have a playful character, with squares and intriguing sightlines between the buildings.

Werf will be surrounded by nature and water. The Binnenrijn runs around the neighbourhood and connects to the Rhine and Park Landskroon. Two distinct living environments will emerge: ‘Werf’ along the water, and ‘Erf’ set among green banks and alongside a meandering park. The new neighbourhood will be car-free, leaving plenty of space for greenery. The main access route will be a broad tree-lined avenue without on-street parking.

An as yet undeveloped Nieuw-Rhijngeest Zuid with only Corpus and the Hilton Garden Inn hotel. On the right the area where the houses will be located
Planned
  • Type
    Housing
  • Landowner
    Leiden University
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