In the heart of Drenthe

Meet the elephant family and climb through the jungle with the monkeys. See polar bears and watch the playful sea lions. Don’t forget the thrilling Tweestryd rollercoaster! Come to WILDLANDS and take a trip around the world in a day.

Take an adventurous walk among the treetops. Various marked walking routes and scavenger hunts start from the Boomkroonpad. Children can play for hours in the fun forest playground.

Travel back to prehistoric times, to the time of your earliest ancestors, in the renovated Hunebed Centre. Close to the largest dolmen, the stories are there for the taking. Get to know the dolmen builders through interactive technology.

Be inspired by tales of archaeology, art and history. Discover the Netherlands’ largest dolls’ house, beautiful pieces such as the Yde Girl and the world’s oldest boat.

The heart of Drenthe is home to a place with a history. It holds the memory of the lives of hundreds of thousands of Dutch Jews. A visit to this museum takes you on a sombre trip through time.

This lovely family fun park is home to countless attractions for the whole family. Brave kids can take on the Freak Out and there is a range of indoor and outdoor play equipment for the littlest guests.

The Drentsche Golf & Country Club lies close to Assen. With a 27-hole racetrack and a 9-hole Par3 court, this is an unprecedentedly spacious and varied golf course, accessible to golfers of all levels. Who knows, you might even spot a deer.

A library, cinema and Drenthe’s best theatre all in one. Enjoy an exciting film or hilarious cabaret show. Want a moment to yourself? Select a nice book from the library.

Come to Exloo, capital of tiny Drenthe, and go on an adventure! Wander through a mysterious rabbit hole or take a thrilling trip through the troll cave and meet lovely small animals from faraway lands.

From Hof van Saksen, you can cycle straight to one of the best playgrounds in Drenthe, in Grolloo. There is also a wonderful beach pavilion with spacious lounge terraces on which to relax. Joytime offers entertainment for the whole family.

Situated between the canals, the bustling old centre of the city is the cultural heart of Assen. You can find a wide variety of restaurants, cafés and small shops. A market is held in the centre of Assen every Wednesday and Saturday.

Climb, jump, swing and balance along this experience route. Play exciting games on the app in the process. Are you stronger than a sabre-toothed tiger? The track is located in the fairy-tale Hunzebos.