Hunzepark

Hunzepark is a holiday park set in a natural area near Gasselternijveen, in the Dutch province of Drenthe. The park sits alongside a recreational lake and is surrounded by the forests and heathlands characteristic of this region.

Facilities at Hunzepark

The grounds offer a broad range of facilities. On the water side, there is fishing and canoe hire at the recreational lake, as well as watersports hire. For activities on land, guests can use the beach volleyball court, table tennis, a playground, and a swimming pool called Zwembad de Hunze. Practical provisions include free warm showers, a laundrette, dishwashing stations, baby washing facilities, a chemical toilet disposal point, and a service point. Bicycles and electric bicycles are also available for hire, and a snack bar with takeaway options provides catering on site. Pets are welcome on the camping section of the park.

What to do around Gasselternijveen

Drenthe is widely regarded as one of the foremost cycling and walking provinces in the Netherlands, and Hunzepark is a practical base for exploring it. Nationaal Park Drentsche Aa and the nature reserve Hart van Drenthe are both within reach and offer marked walking and cycling routes through varied landscapes. The region is also home to a number of hunebedden, the prehistoric megalithic tombs that Drenthe is known for, and a walk past several of these monuments makes for a worthwhile outing. Families looking for more structured entertainment can head to Attractiepark Slagharen or WILDLANDS Adventure Zoo, both located in the broader region.

Getting there

The nearest larger town is Emmen, which has a train station and road connections that make the park accessible by both public transport and car. The A37 motorway provides a direct road link from the south and east of the Netherlands.

Who Hunzepark suits

The park is well suited to families with children, given the range of active facilities on site and the variety of day-trip options in the surrounding area. Guests who prefer quieter outdoor pursuits, such as cycling, walking, fishing, or canoeing, will also find the location and facilities a good match for those interests.