The Veluwe stands for peace, space and nature, but also for active, adventurous, relaxing and challenging.
The Veluwe is the largest contiguous forest in the Netherlands.
Drifting sand, beautiful forests, vast moors, sheep herds and gently flowing streams … That is the Veluwe! You can endlessly walk and cycle, every season is beautiful here. There is a lot of wildlife, such as deer and roe deer, wild boar, rabbits, badgers, squirrels and foxes. And do not forget the various birds. In the forest you can see and hear all kinds of beautiful birds. But the Veluwe offers more … Top attractions, famous museums, historic towns, modern accommodations, culinary enjoyment and plenty of opportunity to be active in the breathtakingly beautiful Veluwe nature. The chalet park is located between bicycle junctions 27 and 28 and you can walk from the park to the forest, sand drift and heathland. At the edge of the sand drift you will find a fenced area that includes zebras, buffaloes, camels and llamas. This area is also a dog area. Nice for you and children…it’s only one mile to walk starting at the chalet.
Camping de Scheepsbel owns Bospark Dennenrhode. This four star ANWB (ADAC) camping has a swimming pool with waterslide, an indoor climbing hall, an animal meadow, playground, animation team, shop and restaurant. You only have to register at the entrance and then the access is free because of your stay at Dennenrhode. With older children you can walk the way via the sand drift. From the chalet it is a 2,5 miles walk / drive to De Scheepsbel (Klaterweg 9 Doornspijk).
The nearest shopping area is’ t Harde (2 miles), Elburg (4,5 miles) or Nunspeet (4,5 miles).
In this small PDF-guide you will find some things to do in the neighborhood.