Camping en Jachthaven De Veenhoop

De Alde Feanen National Park (accessible by boat or with a 30-minute drive) is a good place for all manner of outdoor pursuits: birdwatching, cycling and sailing are the three biggest draws. Newcomers should start by heading to the visitor centre to get their bearings and find out what's on. There are other nature reserves within striking distance too, such as Kraanlannen (15 minutes on foot) and De Deelen (a 15-minute drive). These both have cycle trails, and the whole area is easily accessible on two wheels. As a reward for all such activities, a dip in a fab open-air pool (with waterslide) is an easy 10-minute drive away. On the hunt for wilder beasts? Aquazoo Friesland (30 minutes' drive) has a range of critters, displays and adventure playgrounds for the kids. The park is just outside Leeuwarden, the handsome waterside capital of Friesland that's home to several museums about local traditions, ceramics and the art of brewing beer (tasting strongly encouraged).