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Carefree holidays in your own country

Finally out of the house again! Oh, how we have longed for that. So it's high time to find out where you can go on holiday close to home. This makes it easy to get away, even for a few days or a weekend. Lose yourself in beautiful destinations and think about the fun things you want to do. We would like to give you a hand in this blog and list seven great holiday destinations in the Netherlands for you.

Recreatiepark het Esmeer - Aan de Maas

Attention water lovers! Recreatiepark het Esmeer is guaranteed to be your favourite holiday destination in your own country. This TopParken holiday park is located in Aalst and is beautifully situated as a peninsula between the Esmeer lake and the river Maas. Fishing, surfing, swimming or boating: you can do it all. There is plenty to do not only on the water, but also on land. You will find beautiful walking and cycling routes along the water and through the recreation area the Neswaarden in the Bommelerwaard. At Recreatiepark het Esmeer, you can easily rent a bicycle so that you can discover this unique piece of Gelderland from head to toe. After a day on the bike, relax in your waterside cottage.

Parc de IJsselhoeve - Near Rotterdam

Want to spend your holiday in your own country in the peace and quiet of nature, but still be in a well-known city quickly? Then Parc de IJsselhoeve is an ideal destination. This holiday park is located on the river IJssel and some holiday homes even border the water. In any case, you will enjoy plenty of privacy in your spacious private garden at your holiday home. Would you like to bring your four-legged friend along as well as the children? Dogs are welcome at all our parks, but at Parc de IJsselhoeve they can also enjoy the dog play area.

Are you ready for a city trip? Port city Rotterdam is just 15 minutes by car from this holiday park. Tip: hire a bike at Parc de IJsselhoeve and turn your city trip into an active day trip. Although it is also recommended to hop on the water bus in Krimpen aan de IJssel to sail to the heart of the city centre. Once in Rotterdam? Go shopping in the koopgoot, photograph the cube houses or enjoy the Rotterdam skyline from the Maasboulevard.

Recreation park Beekbergen - Near Apeldoorn

Do you prefer to dream away at a holiday in green surroundings? At Recreatiepark Beekbergen, you will stay on the Veluwe in the heart of the Gelderland forests. This makes it an ideal destination for cycling or hiking through nature. A nice walking route? That is a walk along the foresters' path through the woods of Kootwijk. Spot wildlife, birds and, above all, enjoy the rugged forests around you. Afterwards, have a bite to eat at the restaurant at Recreatiepark Beekbergen, which is also hidden in nature. And the next day? You will wake up to fresh rolls delivered to your cottage. What a luxury!

Résidence Valkenburg - Near Maastricht and Valkenburg

Résidence Valkenburg is one of our holiday parks in the Netherlands where you can experience a wonderful summer. On sunny days, take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool or sunbathe on the lawn. Would you rather go out for the day? Sample culinary Limburg and head to Valkenburg (4.5 km). Sit on a terrace with a piece of Limburg flan and visit the city's best attractions. Did you know, for example, that you will find several caves here? The Velvet Cave is one of them. Step inside, wander through the corridors and tunnels and spot the most impressive murals.

Park Westerkogge - Near the IJsselmeer

Do you love water and boating? Then Park Westerkogge in Berkhout is the park for you. Bring your own boat and moor it at one of the landing stages at the holiday park. With more than 30.5 kilometres of sailing routes, you can set sail every day of your holiday. Will you go for a trip on the Markermeer or the IJsselmeer? The choice is yours. Fishing enthusiasts have also come to the right place. The fishing opportunities on the jetties are endless.

Recreatiepark 't Gelloo - In Ede on the Veluwe

You will find plenty of family entertainment for young and old at Recreatiepark 't Gelloo in the Veluwe. Think climbing and scrambling in the indoor and outdoor playgrounds, swimming in the indoor or outdoor pool or using one of the sports fields. How about a game of petanque or football? Boredom is not an option here. Want to leave the recreation park to explore the surroundings? Then head for the famous De Hoge Veluwe National Park and get ready for a hike.

Résidence de Leuvert - In the Brabant woods

We conclude this blog with a destination in the always cosy province of North Brabant. Résidence de Leuvert is located in the woods of Cromvoirt in Brabant and also within walking distance of the IJzeren Man recreational lake. At this recreational lake, you can hire a pedalo or boat, go supping and lounge at the Strandhuys. The TopParken holiday park is situated between two higher nature reserves: the Vughterheide and the National Park De Loonse en Drunense Duinen. A wonderful walking and cycling area! Free walking and cycling routes are available at the park reception. The park has luxurious holiday homes, where you can relax during your well-earned holiday.

Had enough inspiration?

We hope to welcome you at one of TopParken's holiday parks soon. Book and enjoy the lowest price guarantee. Furthermore, you can check in and out every day at all our parks, making it easy to coordinate your holiday with your days off. When will you come and enjoy carefree enjoyment at one of our 12 holiday parks in the Netherlands?