What is there to do in the area?

Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands with its many canals, museums and markets. Admire Rembrandt's Night Watch in the Rijksmuseum, step inside the Van Gogh Museum or discover Anne Frank's hiding place. If you are in Amsterdam for the first time, a nostalgic canal cruise should of course not be missed. You can go shopping in the 9 streets (de 9 Straatjes), the Kalverstraat or the P.C. Hooftstraat.

Haarlem is bursting with cultural attractions such as the Frans Hals Museum and Teylers Museum. Wander through the hidden streets, discover secret courtyards or make a bargain in the boutiques. Also fun: explore the Haarlem canals by boat. sloop.

Fancy a day out? As a EuroParcs guest, it is possible to order tickets for various museums, amusement parks or zoos at a discount.

It doesn't get any more Dutch than this! On the Zaanse Schans you step back in time and taste the atmosphere of the eighteenth and nineteenth century. There are lots of wooden houses, windmills, old workshops, barns and museums. Take a look at the cheese dairy, discover how they used to make bread in the bakery museum and watch clogs being made.

Golf Course Spaarnwoude is the largest golf course in Europe. In the extensive nature you will find so-called Championship Course championship courses, but also short courses. In addition, Golf Course Spaarnwoude has extensive practice facilities and you can, for example, work on your swing with a professional in a separate area.

Whoever says Edam, says cheese. Not surprisingly, the spherical cheeses have been known for centuries known all over the world. Discover the origins of this delicacy in Edam and be surprised by the historic centre of the old Zuiderzee town. In July and August you can experience for yourself how trade used to be conducted here during the Wednesday cheese market. You can also learn about the story of Edam cheese at the Cheese Market or at museum The Story of Edam Cheese.

Tip: Do you like cultural activities? Then visit Edam's museum, one of the two locations is the 'Steenen Coopmanshuys'. This is Edam's oldest house with a unique floating cellar.

One of the recreational areas in Waterland - north of Amsterdam - is Het Twiske. One third of this recreation area consists of water and offers plenty of opportunities for swimming, diving, surfing and sailing. As a recreation area, Het Twiske is popular with children, who can have fun here on and around the water. Het Twiske has a play ditch, splash pond and an adventure playground with tube fort, cableway, pirate ship, castle and ferries. There are also no fewer than seven beaches and a harbour. For nature lovers, it is a haven where they can cycle, walk, sail, ride horses and rollerblade undisturbed in a varied landscape.

Would you like to book tickets for a museum or some other tourist attraction in Amsterdam? You can buy tickets for most attractions at the lobby. We will immediately print them for you.

Welcome to the cheese city of Alkmaar! Every Friday morning between March and September you can watch the typical Dutch spectacle of the cheese carriers at Waagplein. Do you want to know more about the history of the city and the cheese market? Then plan a city walk or take an Alkmaar Cheese Cruise: this canal cruise departs from Waagplein. You could also enjoy shopping or enjoy a drink on a terrace in the pleasant centre of Alkmaar.

Near EuroParcs Noordwijkse Duinen you will find Tulip Experience Amsterdam, a unique experience in the Tulip Region. Here you can take beautiful photos among the 1 million tulips and 500 different varieties. You can also explore the history of tulips and how they are grown. There is also a coffee shop, a regional market, art exhibitions, cinema and you can buy local products and souvenirs. There is also an indoor picking garden, take home your own bunch of tulips!

Buy your tickets at reception with a 10% discount for you as a EuroParcs guest! For more information, you are welcome at our reception. Please note that you can only buy discounted tickets at the reception.

Come play, climb and clamber around in Purmerend's best indoor playground! Make your way through the large play equipment and slide down the various slides at the highest point. The separate toddler zone with ball pit, mini trampolines, slides and large Lego blocks is specially equipped for toddlers and pre-schoolers.

At Fort Resort Beemster you can enjoy a wonderfully relaxing day of wellness. The combination of historical style elements and the beautiful nature of the Beemsterpolder will make your wellness day unforgettable!

Did you know that Artis Zoo was already open in 1838? It is the oldest animal in Amsterdam and the Netherlands. That makes Artis extra special. You can admire chimpanzees, elephants, the giant tortoise and pink flamingos up close. You will also discover the underwater world in the aquarium and learn everything about the stars in the planetarium. Micropia tells you all about the invisible life of microbes.

A peninsula in the Markermeer and a tourist attraction, because of the traditional costumes, the characteristic wooden houses on stilts and the "yards" on which people live.

The beautiful fishing village on the IJsselmeer, with its traditional costume, music and fish. Small houses in the maze behind the harbour (the oldest part of Volendam centre) , souvenir shops, restaurants with atmosphere and with fresh fish. straight out of the water.

Monnickendam is a charming historic town on the Gouwzee lake, with a rich maritime history dating back to the 14th century. The town centre has more than 70 listed buildings, including the Gothic Grote of Sint-Nicolaaskerk church and the Waaggebouw weigh house, dating from 1668. Museum de Speeltoren houses the oldest carillon in the world that is still played and tells the story of Waterland and its inhabitants. The harbour is a lively backdrop of traditional sailing ships and is the departure point for boat trips on the Markermeer. Monnickendam offers a unique combination of history, culture and water experiences.

The real art lover shouldn't miss a visit to the Rijksmuseum in the heart of Amsterdam. Here you will find the best-known masterpieces by Dutch painters. Like 'Het Straatje' by Vermeer, 'The household' by Jan Steen and of course 'The Night Watch' by Rembrandt. Workshops, tours and theater programs; there is always something to do in the Rijksmuseum!

In 1633, the reclamation of Lake Schermer began. The reclamation of this large lake required as many as 52 mills, 17 of which have been beautifully preserved. A beautiful place where some of these mills can be visited is Schermerhorn. Here you will find three beautiful mills. One of the three mills has been converted into a Museum Mill. Here you can learn all about the reclamation of the Schermeer and living and working in a polder mill. How unique is that?

Have fun in the largest playground in Europe! In Linnaeushof you can choose from 350 playgrounds and attractions. Jump through the air on the trampoline, climb over the climbing course or go karting. And then we haven't even mentioned Pirate Island, which can only be reached via two rope bridges. It doesn't matter what the weather is like: on hot summer days you can cool off in the splashing water playground De Oase and if it's a bit colder, there's the indoor playground.

Gazing at the stars, that's very well possible at people's observatory Copernicus. It is located on the edge of the Zuid-Kennemerland National Park and is regularly open to the public. When it's clear, you can see the planets and nebulae through the telescopes in the dome. Keep an eye on the website for the opening hours.

Walk up dunes, down dunes, across vast open plains and through rare dune oak forests. The dune landscape National Park South-Kennemerland covers four estates that were once owned by Amsterdam merchants who used this area as a hunting ground. In the dunes, the bunkers from the Second World War tell of the war's past. Meanwhile, keep your eyes open: this is also the habitat of fallow deer, Scottish highlanders and konik horses, among others.

NEMO Science Museum challenges everyone, young and old, to discover how fascinating and relevant science and technology are. In a museum full of experiments, demonstrations and workshops, you can get hands-on and experience how extraordinary everyday things are. On the new roof terrace, you can enjoy nature, science and a beautiful view of Amsterdam.

The Bazaar in Beverwijk is the largest indoor market in Europe and a true paradise for lovers of shopping and cosmopolitan atmospheres. With more than 1,000 shops, stalls and eateries, you can discover products and flavours from all corners of the globe. From clothing and jewellery to exotic spices and street food – there is something for everyone. The Oriental Market, the Grand Bazaar and the Food Halls make it a unique day out for the whole family.

Race on your skis, snowboard or sled down the indoor pistes at SnowWorld Amsterdam. There are pistes for both beginners and experienced skiers. Are you a beginner or do you want to try something different? Then follow a ski or snowboard lesson or course. And of course, a day of winter sports is not complete without après-ski and a delicious schnitzel in the pistes restaurant!