De Lente van Drenthe

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DX Adventurepark, a 10-minute walk from the site (added by manager 15 Oct 2020)
Beach (added by manager 19 nov 2018)
Free waterpark access for those staying several nights (added by manager 15 oct 2020)
The lake, 't gasselterveld (added by manager 06 sep 2017)

  • In a forest three kilometres from the town of Gasselte
  • Close to walking and cycle trails and a swimming lake with beach
  • Home to the largest waterpark in the Netherlands
Forest forays in the north-east Netherlands… among the mountain bike and cycling of the country's Drenthe province and its hundreds of kilometres of trails? If this sounds tiptop, book a break at De Lente van Drenthe. This family-friendly countryside site is three kilometres from the town of Gasselte, on the edge of the Gieten-Borger forest and its several walking and mountain bike trails. A lake with a beach and a swimming area is a short walk away too; golf, an amusement park, and a national park with more walking and cycle trails are also nearby. Guided walks, crafts, shows and games for kids are among the activities arranged at De Lente van Drenthe in summer by the recreation team. There's a heated outdoor pool on site too, and a paddling pool, playground, pétanque court, tennis court, football pitch and games room. In 2018, the clever folks here installed a fab new addition to proceedings: the largest waterpark in the Netherlands, no less. Settle in on site for three nights or more (always a good plan) and you'll be rewarded with free access to the waterpark along with all the other fun bits to do. Amenities include a launderette, washing-up area and heated washrooms with toilets, showers and baby bathroom.

Site type

Rent a tent 10
Touring caravan pitches 40
Tent pitches 40
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 6
Motorhome pitches 48
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The outdoor swimming pool is open between 01/05 and 15/09 (subject to weather conditions).
  • The restaurant is open between 14/04 and 24/09.
  • Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
  • Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.

Languages spoken

Dutch

English

German

Pitch types & availability

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Forest

Lake and/or mountain

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Large (51-200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Leisure/theme park nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Outdoor pool nearby

Restaurant nearby

Tennis nearby

Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

De Lente van Drenthe

Houtvester Jansenweg 2

Gasselte

Drenthe

The Netherlands

9462 TB

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Amsterdam CET (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.97673°N
6.75672°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

The Drenthe province is the best known in the Netherlands for its cycling options and hundreds of kilometres of trails through towns and villages, canals, forest and heath. If you’re after more kid-friendly ways to see the surrounds, head to Outdoor Center Boomkroonpad (four kilometres away) for a woodland playground, a viewing tower and a trail through the treetops. It's only a few kilometres from the site to the Drouwenerzand amusement park and its rides, rollercoasters, trampolines and loads of indoor play. Options a little further away include the Joytime climbing park (nine kilometres), meeting the beasts at Wildlands adventure zoo (26 kilometres) and speedy days at the Assen TT Circuit (30 kilometres). For something a little more laidback, head for the history-themed activities at the Hunebedden Centrum in Borger (nine kilometres) or remind the kids of the need for good behaviour at the National Prison Museum (40 kilometres).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Zeestrand Termunten 25.2 mi Estuary Poor Poor N/A Good
Zeestrand Eemshotel, Delfzijl 25.8 mi Estuary Poor N/A N/A Good
Nordsee Dollart Dyksterhausen Bohrinsel 29.4 mi Estuary Good Good Good N/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

  • Does De Lente van Drenthe have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
  • Is De Lente van Drenthe dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near De Lente van Drenthe? The Drenthe province is the best known in the Netherlands for its cycling options and hundreds of kilometres of trails through towns and villages, canals, forest and heath. If you’re after more … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of De Lente van Drenthe?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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