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Nature & National Parks

In Drenthe, rugged plains alternate with idyllic landscapes. This great variety makes Drenthe such a beautiful place.

So, put on your walking shoes or pump up your bike tyres, and go outside! Wander through one of the Natural Parks, or go on an excursion with a forester or guide.

National Parks in Drenthe

Drenthe features many beautiful natural areas where you can walk, cycle or take your children on an adventure. In addition to the many nature reserves, there are three National Parks. The Dwingelderveld is great for hours of roaming through the heath. The Drents-Friese Wold features sizeable forests and sand drifts. And in the Drentsche Aa you'll find stream valleys, winding paths and traditional villages.

National Parks in Drenthe
Luchtfoto van een herdershond die de kudde bijeen drijft op een heideveld bij het water. Stuifzandgebied met heide in een Nationaal Park. Luchtfoto van een kronkelende beek.

“How I wish that we could walk together here and paint together. I believe that the countryside would win you over and convince you.”
- Vincent van Gogh in a letter about Drenthe to his brother

Discover nature

  • While cycling

    While cycling Een stel fietst in de zomer door de Drentse natuur.

    Combine beautiful routes with a visit to a picturesque villages or an excursion.

  • With a shepherd

    Een schaapsherder loopt op de heide achter een grote schaapskudde aan.

    Chat with the local shepherd, walk amongst their sheep, and visit the sheepfold.

  • Experience nature and culture

    Experience nature and culture Een elektrische wagen rijdt door de natuur.

    Drive yourself around in one of the 100% electrical Eko-explorer© 'offroad' vehicles.

  • Walking and visitor centres

    Walking and visitor centres Man en vrouw wandelen hand in hand over de hei.

    Head out properly prepared or participate in extraordinary excursions.

Even more natural beauty in Drenthe

All of our nature reserves are not outclassed by the National Parks by any means! For example, the Balloërveld nature reserve is managed by shepherds and their flocks. The Doldersummerveld heath turns purple when the heather blooms in early autumn. And then there is De Hondsrug, which is home to the Netherlands’ oldest monuments: the prehistoric hunebeds. Not to mention the Mantingerveld, Sleenerzand and Reestdal.