EuroParcs Ruinen

EuroParcs Ruinen is a holiday park located near the village of Ruinen in the Dutch province of Drenthe, on the edge of National Park Dwingelderveld. The park sits in a quiet, natural setting and offers a mix of relaxation and outdoor activity.

Accommodation at EuroParcs Ruinen

The park offers chalets including the Cube Hottub 6, a single-storey chalet for up to six people. It comes with a spacious living area, a dining corner, a modern kitchen with dishwasher and combi-microwave, three bedrooms with single box spring beds, and a bathroom with shower, sink and toilet, plus a separate toilet. The terrace has garden furniture and a private hot tub, one parking space is available at the chalet, and Wi-Fi is included free of charge.

Facilities on the grounds

The park has an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a sauna, and a restaurant. Children are catered for with several play facilities across the grounds. The hot tub included with certain chalets runs on wood or fuel depending on the unit number, and additional fuel or wood can be arranged via the reception or booked in advance.

Walking, cycling and days out around Ruinen

The park borders National Park Dwingelderveld, one of the largest wet heathland areas in northwest Europe, which offers extensive walking and cycling routes through heather, forests and wetlands. The wider Drenthe region is known for its hunebedden, prehistoric megalithic monuments found in various villages and towns throughout the province. Nearby, visitors will find a number of smaller Drenthe villages worth a look, as well as several family-oriented attractions suitable for a day out. The area also has good options for dog walking along marked trails in the surrounding countryside.

Getting to EuroParcs Ruinen

The park is located near the town of Meppel, which is the closest larger town in the area and has a railway station with connections to the national rail network. By car, the park is straightforwardly reachable via the main roads through Drenthe.

Who this park suits

The park suits families with children, given the pool, play facilities and range of outdoor activities nearby. It also works well for couples or small groups looking for a quieter stay in a natural setting, particularly those who want access to walking and cycling routes directly from the park.