Surroundings

Surroundings

Peace and relaxation
Active and adventurous
Bike and walking tours

Surrounding

Your holiday in Drenthe already starts when you are reading this information about the green, wooded and diverse nature and the picturesque villages. Holiday Park Witterzomer is situated in a versatile region of opposites. Visit Holiday Park Witterzomer for an unforgettable experience in Drenthe.

Peace and nature

On the one hand there is peace and nature for you to enjoy. Bicycle tours through small green villages, along green fields and heath fields as you will only find them in Drenthe: with a full-bodied character and lots of nature. And during a walk in the forest you will find yourself in an entirely different world. Far away from the hustle and bustle, you can completely recharge yourself.

Adventure and activity

On the other hand, there are also many options to get actively involved and adventurous. Both at the park in, for example, the new indoor facility 'Skik' but also in the surrounding area. For families with children it is good to know that there are a lot of fun things you can do in the immediate area: Ballorig and Wildlands are a few examples. For the daredevils there is a climbing forest in Grolloo with several routes to climb. The holiday park is centrally located and close to charming cities such like Assen, Emmen, and Groningen.

Besides its impressive nature, Drenthe entices with a rich history. The megalithic tombs and many (open-air) museums shed some light on the history of the area.

Around park: 21km

Hunebedcentrum

With sixteen dolmen in the immediate vicinity, Borger in Drenthe is the dolmen capital of the Netherlands. So it makes a lot of sense that the Hunebedcentrum (Dolmen Center) can also be found here! Next to this center, you will find a large pebble garden and the largest dolmen of the Netherlands is a little further out.

Around park: 5km

Assen

The city center of Assen is at a stone's throw distance from Witterzomer and is well accessible from the park both by car and bicycle. You can get a city plan at the reception.

Around park: 0km

Cycling and walking routes

The province of Drenthe is the premier province for cycling and hiking in the Netherlands. Holiday Resort Witterzomer is the perfect starting point for doing so!

Around park: 90km

Geotour Kop van Drenthe

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Around park: 5km

Drents Archive

With Drents Archive 3.0, everyone can experience the history of Drenthe in a brand new way. Quickly go take a look in this completely renovated building!

Around park: 17km

National Park Drents-Friese Wold

The Drents-Friese Wold is the largest contiguous forest area in the Netherlands, after the Hoge Veluwe. There is plenty to discover here! In fact, you can hike or cycle through 6,000 hectares of forest, heathland, driftsands, and grassland.

Around park: 20km

Radio telescope Dwingeloo

On the edge of the Dwingelderveld is an enormous radio telescope which made radio astronomy possible, right next to the vast pastures. Very impressive!

Around park: 17km

Treetop Path

In and around outside center Boomkroonpad, there is a lot to do! Make exciting trips through the carrot tunnel or take a magnificent stroll through the forest.

Around park: 8km

Camp Westerbork

Kamp Westerbork is close to Holiday park Witterzomer. On this historic place, the history of the camp is brought home to you.

Around park: 5km

Drenthe Museum

In the brand new Drents Museum, there is plenty to see, do, and experience for a whole day of discovery. It is also perfect for children and young people, because the new Children's Museum, the Archeolab, and the Art Floor were specifically designed for this age group. Up to the age of 18, they also have free admission to the museum!