Things to Do with Children in and Around Zeewolde
There is plenty to do with children during a stay at De Buytenplaets or ’t Buytenhuys. Spend a day exploring nature, meet animals, discover the history of aviation, enjoy a fairytale pancake house, go mountain biking or visit one of the major family attractions in the area.
Some activities are close to the holiday park, while others make an excellent day out. From beaches and forests to theme parks and museums, there are plenty of options for children of different ages.
Below are some of our suggestions for families staying at Vakantiehuis Flevoland. More information about family activities and places to visit is also available in the holiday home and villa.
Family Days Out within 30 Kilometres
One of the advantages of staying in Zeewolde is the variety of family attractions within easy reach. You can choose a simple afternoon at the beach, an active day in the forest or a full day at one of the larger attractions in Flevoland and the surrounding area.
A Fairytale Day Out at Hans & Grietje
Approximately 13 kilometres from the holiday park
Hans & Grietje is much more than a pancake restaurant. The entire place has been designed as a fairytale world for children to explore.
Inside the magical pancake house, tables appear to be haunted, rooms are turned upside down and floors move beneath your feet. Children can make things happen themselves by pulling ropes and pressing buttons.
Play, Explore and Eat Pancakes
Outside, children can enjoy trampolines, inflatables, swings and a go-kart track. They can explore Hansel and Gretel’s candy house, imagine themselves as a king or queen in the Great Candy Tower and discover the many unusual corners of the grounds.
It is an easy way to combine a meal with several hours of play and adventure.
Nature, Animals and Adventure at De Kemphaan
Approximately 18 kilometres from the holiday park
Stadslandgoed De Kemphaan in Almere offers plenty to do for families who enjoy nature, animals and outdoor activities.
Set in the forests of Almere, the estate has walking and cycling paths and combines nature with several family attractions.
Climbing, Animals and the Forest
Depending on what your family enjoys, you can combine a walk through the forest with a visit to the city farm or one of the other attractions on the estate.
Children looking for adventure can go climbing at Fun Forest, while animal lovers can discover exotic animals and tropical plants nearby. With several different activities in one area, De Kemphaan is particularly suitable for a full day out.
Mountain Biking in Zeewolde
Active families can also explore the mountain bike routes around Zeewolde. Despite Flevoland’s reputation for being flat, the local route even includes some elevation changes. The route starts and finishes near the car park at Dasselaarweg in Zeewolde.
An Active Day in the Forest
Mountain biking is a great way for older children, teenagers and adults to experience the forests around Zeewolde from a different perspective. Choose a route that suits the age and experience of your group and combine your ride with a picnic or another outdoor activity.
A Family Day at Woldstrand
Approximately 7 kilometres from the holiday park
Woldstrand in Zeewolde offers different beach areas for different types of visitors. For families with younger children, there is a children’s beach with play equipment. Older children and teenagers can enjoy the youth beach and the Atol, with a jetty leading to deeper water for jumping and diving.
Beaches for Children, Teenagers and Water Sports
The different beach areas are connected by a pedestrian boulevard. There is also a beach for windsurfing and a separate dog beach. A beach pavilion with a terrace offers a convenient place for an ice cream, a snack or a drink during your day by the water.
More information, Zeewolde website
Discover the World of Aviation at Aviodrome
Approximately 19 kilometres from the holiday park
At Aviodrome in Lelystad, children and adults can discover the fascinating history of aviation. The museum takes visitors on a journey from the earliest days of flying to modern aviation, with historic aircraft and stories about how flying has developed over the years.
A Day Out for Curious Young Explorers
From hot-air balloons and early aircraft to fighter jets, Aviodrome combines history, technology and adventure.
It is an enjoyable day out for children who are fascinated by planes, machines and the question of how things work — and there is plenty for adults to discover as well.
A Day at Walibi Holland
Approximately 26 kilometres from the holiday park
For families looking for excitement, Walibi Holland in Biddinghuizen is within easy reach of the holiday park.
The theme park is particularly well known for its roller coasters and thrill rides, making it a popular day out for older children, teenagers and adults who enjoy a little more adrenaline.
Roller Coasters and Thrill Rides
If your family enjoys speed, heights and exciting rides, a day at Walibi offers a completely different experience from the forests and beaches around Zeewolde. With a full day of attractions, it is one of the larger family days out within 30 kilometres of the holiday park.
Discover the Underwater World at Dolfinarium
Approximately 16 kilometres from the holiday park
The Dolfinarium in Harderwijk offers families the opportunity to discover marine animals and learn more about life in and around the water. Its location in Harderwijk makes it an easy day trip from De Buytenplaets and ’t Buytenhuys.
A Family Day Out with Marine Animals
For children interested in animals and the underwater world, the Dolfinarium offers a very different day out from the other attractions in the area. It can also be combined with a visit to Harderwijk, making it a good option for a full day away from the holiday park.