13 things to see and do around De Huttenheugte

Holidays combining exercise and discovery in the Drenthe region

Enjoy wonderful family holidays in Drenthe, a superb green region in the northeast of the Netherlands. Traditionally an agricultural region, it abounds with natural landscapes and national parks, making it the ideal destination for holidays in the Netherlands.

You could, for example, explore the Dwingelderveld national park or the Bargerveen nature reserve to discover its rich flora and wildlife. You can go walking or cycling, as the region is filled with high-quality cycle paths. The network of cycling routes offers 21 nature trails so you can head off and explore the region during your holiday or weekend in Drenthe.

History buffs will enjoy a visit to the Hondsrug geopark, a stretch of heath land teeming with dolmens from the ice age. During a holiday with children in Drenthe, you can visit the Emmen animal park, which is very popular in the Netherlands, or go to the Plopsa theme park for thrills galore. On a more peaceful note, many villages which make for a pleasant stop are also waiting for you to discover while on holiday in Emmen or during your holiday in Dalen, including the village of Coevorden and its pretty castle which you can visit.

And for a successful, stress-free holiday, Pierre et Vacances welcomes you to its two leisure parks in Drenthe, the De Huttenheugte park and the Sandur park. They will be a source of delight for children and adults alike thanks to their quiet, wooded environment and the multitude of activities on offer, which will keep everybody happy. From golf to boating on the lake, a farm for children and play areas - you can't possibly get bored during your holiday in Drenthe. And the water-based activities shouldn't be forgotten either: Turkish bath, whirlpool, slides, crazy river: welcome to our leisure water parks in Drenthe!

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