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Discover our tips for the surrounding area of Tynaarlo
- In the heart of Drentsche Aa National Park
- Ideal for walking and cycling
- Close to Assen and Groningen
- Fun activities for young and old
Enjoy the best excursions in and around Tynaarlo during your holiday at Summio Villapark Akenveen. The holiday park is located in the heart of Drentsche Aa National Park, making it the perfect base for walking and cycling through the Drenthe countryside. But this is also the place to be for visiting vibrant cities and taking adventurous excursions. We are happy to give you our tips!
Discover Drentsche Aa National Park
Take advantage of the location in Drentsche Aa National Park and explore this stunning nature reserve! Did you know that Drentsche Aa National Park stems from the Ice Age? The park offers endless walking and cycling options through the stunning countryside and past historic places of interest such as the dolmens, burial mounds, and the best-preserved stream and Angerdorf landscape in Western Europe. Horse riding over the (sandy) roads is also a very popular activity. Furthermore, you can sample local produce at various (farm) businesses in the park. A trip round Drentsche Aa National Park guarantees a fun day!
Explore Assen or Groningen on a city trip
The vibrant cities of Assen and Groningen are a 15-minute drive from Summio Villapark Akenveen. Go shopping, discover the stunning architecture, and enjoy the pavement cafés. In Groningen, you can climb the Martinitoren for amazing views of the entire city or visit Groninger Museum where you can admire the exceptional art and discover the art history of Groningen. When in Assen, a trip to Drents Museum is a must. You will find archaeological finds and art here. Are you a motorsports fan? If so, make sure you step onto the holy asphalt at TT Circuit Assen and experience the Grand Prix feeling.
Water sports on Zuidlaardermeer
If you like nothing more than spending the entire day on the water, make sure you go to Zuidlaardermeer! The Zuidlaardermeer is a 20-minute drive from the holiday park and where you can go swimming, sailing, boating, windsurfing, canoeing and standup paddleboarding. You can also have something tasty to eat at one of the many pavilions with views of the water.
Discover the history in Westerbork Memorial
You can learn all about the history of Camp Westerbork from the Second World War in Westerbork Memorial. Here, you see the various reminders from the time when Jews were detained in the camp. For example, you can visit one of the barracks, the camp commander's home, and part of the railway track. There is also a museum where they the regularly hold exhibitions that tell you more about the imposing history. Westerbork Memorial is a 20-minute drive from Summio Villapark Akenveen.
Enjoy a day out at Drouwenerzand Amusement Park
If you are on holiday with your children at Summio Villapark Akenveen, you must visit Drouwenerzand Amusement Park! Are you brave enough to go on the Freak Out? This fast attraction was specially built for real daredevils! You can also take ride on the Spinning Coaster, have fun in the water square and enjoy the spooky Landhuys den Linden. On top of that, you can enjoy unlimited food and drinks at the park. Drouwenerzand Amusement Park is a 20-minute drive from the holiday park and has all the ingredients for an unforgettable day out!
Go back to prehistoric times in the Hunebed Centre
The Hunebed Centre is only a 20-minute drive from Summio Villapark Akenveen. Learn all about dolmen conservation and admire various prehistoric monuments. Wander past the largest dolmen, which is a staggering 150,000 years old, visit the largest boulder garden in the Netherlands and discover how people lived in prehistoric times. This exceptional and educational excursion is a must during your stay in Drenthe!
Admire beautiful animals in WILDLANDS Adventure Zoo
Take a trip through the jungle, the savannah, and the polar region in a single day at WILDLANDS Adventure Zoo! This zoo is a 35-minute drive from Summio Villapark Akenveen. Admire hundreds of exotic butterflies in the Butterfly Temple and follow the river past the elephants and monkey islands in Jungola. Continue your journey through Nortica where sea lions shoot through the water like acrobats and be amazed at the animals in Racoon Creek, including snowy owls, striped skunks, and Siberian red squirrels. Your safari in Serenga takes you to the habitat of zebras, rhinoceros, and giraffes. You will also see lions keeping watch from the top of Lion Mountain, and you can step into Baboon Arena. Which of these worlds will blow you away the most?
Fun activities for children
There is plenty to do and see in the area around Summio Villapark Akenveen during your holiday with children. In Zuidlaren, for example, you will find the Sprookjeshof with a large indoor play area, outdoor playground, and various attractions. You encounter fairy-tales of the past in this playground's Sprookjesbos. It's great fun for (grand)parents and children alike! The Toy Museum in Roden has the largest collection of toys in the Netherlands, dating from 1800 to today. The Outdoor Centre Boomkroonpad is in Drouwen. Here, you walk through the treetops in the forest at an altitude of 22.5 metres, where you will hear birds whistling and spot squirrels.
Even more great excursions in the vicinity of Tynaarlo:
- Go to Rijk der Kabouters family park with your children
- Wander through the Ice Age landscape of Appelbergen nature reserve
- Discover more than 80 attractions and play equipment at Nienoord Estate
- Admire the collection of over 3,000 pairs of clogs and other footwear in the International Wooden Shoes Museum in Eelde
- Visit the mill, steam, crafts, and collector's museum at Museum De Wachter
- Travel back in time at Ellert en Brammert Open-air Museum
- Enjoy a day in the charming village centre of Drachten
Book your holiday at Summio Villapark Akenveen now
There is plenty to see and do during your stay at Summio Villapark Akenveen in Drenthe! Numerous fun excursions and activities are organised for young and old in the surrounding area. You won't have time to get bored at the park with the extensive amenities and facilities on offer. Summio Villapark Akenveen is the ideal holiday destination for the best quality time with your partner, family, or friends.
