Close to Park Drentheland

Dog-walking woods – directly behind the park
You do not have to go far for a lovely walk with your dog. Our own dog-walking woods are directly behind Park Drentheland. You can also walk through the woods towards the Drents-Friese Wold National Park, where there are several off-lead areas.

Dieren-doe-pad – directly behind the park
A fun discovery trail for children! With the Dieren-Doe-Tasje activity bag, children can search for animals and little creatures in the woods themselves. With binoculars, a magnifying glass and fun tasks, a walk becomes a real adventure.

Explore the Dieren-doe-pad

Spartelvijver – around 10 min. by car or 45 min. on foot
A must for dogs who love swimming! The Spartelvijver is north of the Canadameer and was specially created for dogs and horses. Your dog can play and swim to their heart's content here. At check-in, we will give you a map so you know exactly where to go.

Please note: dogs are not allowed in the Canadameer itself.

Drents-Friese Wold National Park
From Park Drentheland, you can quickly reach one of the area's most beautiful nature reserves. There are several walking routes and off-lead areas for dogs. We will be happy to give you a map at check-in!

Natte Neuzenroute Appelscha 
The Natte Neuzenroute in Appelscha is a lovely walking route for dogs and their owners. The route takes you through the beautiful countryside of the Drents-Friese Wold, with woods, heathland and water where dogs can enjoy plenty of sniffing and exploring.
The walk starts at Buitencentrum Drents-Friese Wold at Terwisscha 6a in Appelscha. From there, you can easily follow the route and enjoy a varied walk through nature. An ideal spot for a relaxing day out with your dog!

 

Fun days out with children and dogs

Museums and special places

Dog-friendly restaurants

📍 Near the park

’t Boskefé Kobus – Zorgvlied
A cosy, friendly café-restaurant surrounded by greenery. A lovely spot for lunch, dinner or a drink during a walk or cycle ride.

Dogs are welcome indoors, in the conservatory and on the terrace. Please note that opening times vary by season.

De Bosberg - Appelscha
You will find De Bosberg in the heart of the Drents-Friese Wold National Park. A lovely place for coffee and apple pie, lunch, a drink or dinner. Several walking and cycling routes also start here.

📍 Diever

Landhotel Diever
You are welcome in the restaurant even if you are not staying at the hotel. It serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a menu that changes with the seasons.
Dogs are welcome on a lead.

📍 Dwingeloo – around 20 minutes' drive

De Bospub
Highly recommended for dog lovers. De Bospub is set in the forest and is a lovely place for a drink, pancake or hearty meal. Combine your visit with a walk in the surrounding woods.
Dogs are welcome on a lead, both indoors and on the terrace.

'Onder de Eiken
Looking for a more leisurely dinner? Onder de Eiken is housed in a beautiful old Drenthe farmhouse and is known for its charming, relaxed atmosphere and dishes made with local produce.
Dogs are welcome indoors.

’t Hof van Dwingeloo
Located on Dwingeloo's historic village green. A welcoming spot for the whole family, with a children's play corner among its facilities.
Dogs are very welcome here.

📍 Hoogersmilde

Woodz Pannenkoek & Co
A welcoming place on the edge of the forest, serving pancakes, stews and other dishes for all ages.

Restaurants we work with where dogs are welcome: