Bad-weather tip: the 5 most beautiful wellness centres in the Netherlands

The 5 most beautiful wellness centres in the Netherlands

It is the time of year again when the leaves fall from the trees and the jumpers can be pulled out of the closet. This season is known for being rainy. Especially now, it is nice to seek out the warmth and relax a little. That is why we have collected the five most beautiful wellness centres in the Netherlands for you.

Tip 1 - Thermen Bussloo

At Thermen Bussloo you will enjoy peace and relaxation. Relax in one of the saunas or immerse yourself in the swimming pool. Choose some extra relaxation and treat yourself to a fine hammam treatment or a wonderful massage. Here you can relax in one of the outdoor whirlpools or feel weightless for a moment in the saltwater cave. Are you used to an "ordinary" sauna? Then a surprise awaits you at Thermen Bussloo. Here, take advantage of a colour sauna, a music sauna, a geyser sauna or one of the many other options. At Thermen Bussloo, your sauna experience will take a completely new turn. Would you like to add a relaxing overnight stay? About 20 kilometres away, you will find Recreatiepark Beekbergen. So you can continue a relaxing day with a good glass of wine in the private sauna. Come back completely zen from holiday and stay here in a cottage with sauna for extra relaxation.

Tip 2 - Elysium

At wellness centre Elysium, imagine yourself on a tropical island for a while. Find ultimate relaxation thanks to various lagoons and waterfalls. Elysium is the perfect place to relax with its 29 saunas and no fewer than 19 baths. Ideal for a getaway during these cold days. Want some extra time to relax? Parc de IJsselhoeve ensures that your relaxation has no end. What is special about this park is that you stay in all the peace and quiet you could wish for, but the hustle and bustle of the city is nearby. In fact, with a 25-minute drive you are already in the bustling centre of Rotterdam. Here, visit the Euromast or take the water taxi to see Rotterdam from a different angle. After a day of relaxation, simply continue it at Parc de IJsselhoeve. Parc de IJsselhoeve is one of the parks where you can enjoy a holiday home with sauna. Discover Rotterdam and experience relaxation at Parc de IJsselhoeve which is only 20 kilometres from wellness centre Elysium.

Tip 3 - Azzurro Wellness

A somewhat lesser-known but no less fine wellness centre in the Netherlands is Azzurro Wellness. Here they give new meaning to spa. In fact, you will not only sweat in the sauna, but also at the gym. On-site specialists are on hand to help you move more freely. Furthermore, enjoy the warmth of the Finnish sauna or bubble in one of the pools. Did you know that Parc du Soleil is only five kilometres away from this wellness centre? Here, a detached holiday home is waiting for you to have a good time. During your stay, you will experience tranquillity and enjoy privacy. Recreatiepark Noordwijkse Duinen is also located in the immediate vicinity of the wellness centre, only seven kilometres away. Combine a day of wellness with a walk on the beach and completely unwind.

Tip 4 - Thermae 2000

At Thermae 2000, enjoy wellness and a magnificent view in the marl town of Valkenberg aan de Geul. You can book various massages and body treatments at this wellness centre. Think of a hot stone massage or an Indian head massage. Various thermal baths are also available. The water here is taken from its own springs. To warm up, visit one of the nine saunas. Would you like to discover the rolling Limburg countryside after a day of wellness? Then book an accommodation at Résidence Valkenburg. After seven kilometres you will reach this park where you can continue your relaxation after a day in one of the most popular wellness centres in the Netherlands. Nearby you will find beautiful Valkenburg and the vibrant city of Maastricht. For a day out, visit the Aachen Cathedral. Back in the accommodation, make use of the park's extensive facilities at an attractive price.

Tip 5 - Sauna & Beauty de Heuvelrug

Sauna & Beauty de Heuvelrug combines health, cosiness and relaxation. Book a hot stone treatment or a hammam ritual here. After a fine treatment, take a seat in the sauna for a soak. Also take a seat in saunas such as the four-element cave sauna or the herbal sauna. This wellness centre in the Netherlands is the perfect place to seek warmth at this time of year.

Want to get away from it all? Bospark Ede will make sure you return from your holiday completely relaxed. You can reach this park after just under 15 kilometres. Put your legs to work here with a bike ride through the Veluwe or a nice walk. Drive a kilometre further? Then you will find Landgoed de Scheleberg. This estate is located in the middle of the forests of Lunteren in Gelderland, where you can take beautiful cycling and walking routes.

Would you like to stay at a real family park? Then Recreatiepark 't Gelloo is the perfect place for your next holiday. After just under 20 kilometres you will find this cosy park. Here the little ones play both outside and inside in the playground. You can also take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool. For exploring the Wageningen area, Recreatiepark de Wielerbaan is the place to be. This park is also just 20 kilometres from the Heuvelrug. Visit De Hoge Veluwe National Park or step into the past at the Open Air Museum in Arnhem.

Tip 6 - Sauna de Veluwe

SpaVeluwe has everything you need to ensure a relaxing day in quiet and green surroundings. Both outside in the garden and inside, you can completely unwind in the various saunas, steam baths and whirlpools. Moreover, this wellness centre has a professional beauty centre. Book a facial or a massage here.

Feel like ending your wellness day with a lovely walk in the woods? SpaVeluwe, just like Sauna & Beauty de Heuvelrug, is located close to Bospark Ede. From your comfortable holiday home or villa, you can take the most beautiful cycling and walking tours through the heaths and forests. Planning a stay with your family? Recreatiepark 't Gelloo is also located near this wellness centre in Lunteren.

Also want to enjoy ultimate wellness and relaxation? Treat yourself to the perfect getaway in autumn and winter. Which option will you go for?