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There are several museums for young and old in the area. Below you will find a few great tips.

From the oldest dolmens in the Netherlands to the Westerbork Memorial Centre and the bustling Rensenpark in Emmen. Art, history and fun are just around the corner here, making every day out special.

Don't feel like cooking, or fancy a glass of wine after a long walk in the woods? There are many lovely places where you can enjoy a good meal, with or without children. We would like to share our favourite spots with you.

There is plenty of animal fun to be had in the area for both younger and older children.

From BuitenLand, you can step straight into the vast Drenthe countryside. Wander through forests and peat bogs, splash through puddles barefoot, or follow one of the beautiful walking routes. Children even have the option of taking a pony with them!

There is so much to discover around BuitenLand. Walk through the Bargerveen and visit the sheepfold, discover the sand dunes at Beerze, swim or walk at the clear blue Dankernsee in Germany, or explore the Hondsrug. There is something for everyone!

There is plenty to discover for walkers and nature lovers around Buitenland. Walk along the Boomkroonpad (Tree Crown Path) among the treetops, enjoy the observation tower and gnome trails at Poolshoogte, follow a Van Gogh walking route through the Drenthe countryside or walk a stage of the Pieterpad behind the campsite. Here you are surrounded by peace, adventure and nature.

Drenthe is a province where you can enjoy wonderful cycling trips. Below you will find the most beautiful cycling routes in the area.

What could be more enjoyable than exploring the area for charming local shops and pick-your-own gardens where they sell the most delicious regional products? We have listed a few gems for you.

Fancy a refreshing dip? In addition to the familiar Zandpol natural swimming pool, there are plenty of beautiful lakes in the area. From the tranquil Kibbelkoele to the blue Dankernsee just across the border and the Klinkenvlierseplas near Coevorden. Perfect for a summer's day.

Fancy something active? In the Buitenland area, you can go horse riding, touring with EKO Tours, climbing among the treetops or out on the water with a stand-up paddleboard or water skis. Everything is close by, in the heart of Drenthe's countryside.

Rain? No problem. There are plenty of fun indoor activities near Buitenland: from relaxing at the Anholts sauna to splashing around in Aqua Mundo, jumping at Urbanjump or catching a film at Kinepolis Emmen. Enough to keep you warm and cosy all day long.