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Thorn Valley (Doornvallei in Dutch) is a neighbourhood of Grijzestad, located to the south and west of U-Stad. As the name suggests, it is located in a valley, and is skirted by the A3 motorway to its west.

It is notable for being a centre for the youth of Grijzestad, and of Hogeberg Island. There are many independent shops selling clothes, food, and other materials.

It was rated as Brunant's most eco-friendly urban area in 2013 for the Green Brunant competition. The population, unusually for Grijzestad, primarily speaks English.

History
Thorn Valley was built in the 1970s and 1980s, with modern architecture inspired by American suburban housing. The street plan was also supposed to resemble American towns, as well as being 'in flow' with the natural contours of the valley. The main street is East Street, which follows into the centre of the area.

In the early 1990s it became a centre for eco-friendliness, with organic food projects and research into renewable energy located here, leading Brunant in these affairs.

Attractions
The Grijzestad City Farm is located here.