The 10 best winter holidays in the Netherlands for families

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The winter can feel REALLY long, so I’ve put together 10 brilliant options for winter holidays in the Netherlands – these resorts are perfect for families looking to entertain the kids over the colder months. I’ve picked a mixed bag of holiday parks – from Landal, Centre Parcs and Eurocamp – with things like indoor swimming pools and kids’ activities for keeping busy in the warm, as well as fabulous days out nearby. And, of course, if you’re visiting over the festive season lots of the parks will offer all sorts of Christmassy magic too. So, if you fancy getting away with the kids over the colder months, here are my top picks for the 10 best winter holidays in the Netherlands for families.

1. Landal: Het Vennenbos

One of the closest holiday parks in the Netherlands to Calais – it’s just over a 3 hour drive – Landal Het Vennenbos is perfect for families looking for fun winter holidays. It features a fantastic subtropical swimming paradise with waterslides, a lazy river and a toddler-friendly play area. This resort is a great option for an out-of-season getaway – whatever the weather the whole family can enjoy the indoor pool complex, and there’s also bowling, an indoor play forest for little ones and an arcade games room for older kids. If you fancy a theme park day, you can reach Efteling in 45 minutes – with an ice rink and all sorts of Christmas magic it’s a great option for a day out over the festive season. The nearest airport, Eindhoven, is just a 25 minute transfer away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Het Vennenbos on the Landal website.

2. Center Parcs: Het Meerdal

If you love Center Parcs holidays, Het Meerdal is one of the most popular resorts in the Netherlands for families – it’s just a 4 hour drive from Calais and has lots to offer a winter getaway. This resort is well known for its big Aqua Mundo waterpark complete with slides, rapids, a wave pool and a toddler splash area – perfect for fun even on a cold day. There are plenty of indoor activities on offer including: a play area, bowling, a sports centre, indoor tennis and mini-golf, making it a great option for the colder months. This site is just a 10 minute drive from Toverland theme park and 50 minutes from Efteling. Efteling has all sorts on offer over the festive season and beyond. The closest airport, Eindhoven, is just 25 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Het Meerdal on the Center Parcs website.

3. Eurocamp: Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel

One of the few Eurocamp holidays available over the winter months, Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel is just a short 3.5 hour drive from Calais – it’s perfect for families looking for an easy road trip to the Netherlands. You can reach Efteling in just 10 minutes, so it’s a great base if you fancy a theme park visit. This site is ideal for families who want a mix of relaxation and entertainment – with sand dunes and deep forests on your doorstep. For fun over the colder months, there’s a brilliant indoor swimming pool with a toddler area, soft play and a games room. If you fancy a city adventure Amsterdam is just over an hour away, and the incredible Beekse Bergen Safari Park is a 25 minute drive from the resort. The nearest airport is Eindhoven Airport – about 40 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel on the Eurocamp website.

4. Landal: De Lommerbergen

Another one of the best Landal resorts in the Netherlands for families, De Lommerbergen is a lively site in the beautiful countryside (about a 4 hour drive from Calais) and it’s a great winter break option. The subtropical swimming paradise here is a big hit – featuring waterslides, rapids and a wave pool. There’s also a large indoor playground, kids’ clubs and a ‘Gamecity’ space so there’s plenty on offer to entertain the kids whatever the weather. This site is right on the border of Germany too, so you can border hop for more adventures, and Toverland theme park is just half an hour away. The nearest airports are Eindhoven and Dusseldorf – both are just under an hour’s drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out De Lommerbergen on the Landal website.

5. Center Parcs: De Kempervennen

Friends of ours had a brilliant time at De Kempervennen Center Parcs – it’s one of the closest resorts to Calais (a 3 hour drive) so it’s a great option for families hunting for stress-free winter holidays in the Netherlands. The brilliant pool complex has waterslides, rapids, a baby pool, a wave pool, hot tubs and more. The site also boasts plenty of indoor activities including: an indoor ski slope, a climbing wall, indoor archery, VR, bowling, soft play, gaming and all sorts! (Some activities are chargeable.) There’s so much to do whatever the weather and it’s in a great spot for days out too. Efteling theme park, Beekse Bergen Safari Park and Toverland are all a 40-45 minute drive away. The nearest airport is Eindhoven Airport – a 20 minute drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out De Kempervennen on the Center Parcs website.

6. Landal: Waterparc Veluwemeer

Just under a 5 hour drive from Calais, Landal Waterparc Veluwemeer is only 40 minutes from Amsterdam so this holiday park is a great base for families looking for a winter city break without the crowds. Set right by Veluwemeer Lake, there’s plenty on offer to keep everyone entertained over the colder months with a great indoor swimming pool and indoor play area, as well as activities like an escape game, an all weather tennis court and kids’ clubs. The park is just a 10 minute drive from Walibi Holland theme park (open over the Christmas period but closed January-March), and Klimbos Harderwijk climbing forest. If you’re flying, the closest airport is Amsterdam Airport which is around 35 minutes drive away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Waterparc Veluwemeer on the Landal website.

7. Landal: Hof van Saksen

Landal Hof van Saksen is located in the Northeastern region of the Netherlands – about a 5.5 hour drive from Calais – the site offers winter-friendly activities for families but you’ll need a bigger budget for holidays here. This luxurious resort offers high-quality lodges and great facilities for the kids – it’s well-known for its fabulous swimming pool complex with waterslides. The resort boasts activities like trampolining, soft play and bowling so you can have fun whatever the weather. Its location near the border allows you to explore both the Netherlands and Germany during your stay. Plus Wildlands Adventure Zoo Emmen and Drouwenerzand Attraction Park are a 15-25 minute drive away. The nearest airport with direct flights is Amsterdam – just over 2 hours away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Landal Hof van Saksen.

8. The Duinrell Resort

Another resort that’s perfect for families looking for a short road trip to the Netherlands, The Duinrell Resort is just a 3.5 hour drive from Calais and it has a lot to offer winter holidays – it’s well-known for its on-site theme park and indoor Tiki Pool waterpark. The resort offers ‘winter weekend breaks’ – a selection of attractions remain open and the huge indoor waterpark is the perfect place to have fun whatever the weather. My kids love Duinrell so much – we’re heading back for our second visit in 2026! It’s 45 minutes from Amsterdam and (if you’re visiting in December) it’s just 25 minutes from The Hague which hosts a large Christmas market with an ice rink and Ferris wheel. The nearest airports to Duinrell are Rotterdam Airport and Amsterdam Airport which are no more than 30 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out the Duinrell Resort.

9. Landal: Klein Vink

A road trip from Calais to Landal Klein Vink will take around 3 hours and 45 minutes – the resort boasts some great indoor activities for families so it’s perfect for fun winter holidays in the Netherlands. To keep the whole family entertained whatever the weather, make the most of the swimming pool, indoor play areas, laser tag, neon mini golf and kids’ clubs. There are some great days out nearby too – you’ll find the quaint village of Arcen nearby, famous for its gorgeous castle gardens, and Toverland theme park is just a 30 minute drive away. The resort is also close to the German border if you want to explore further afield. The nearest airport to Landal Klein Vink is Dusseldorf – around a 1 hour drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Klein Vink on the Landal website.

10. Landal: Aelderholt

Last but not least, another fabulous Landal Park in the Netherlands is Aelderholt – this one is a popular pick for families looking for holidays over the winter months. A slightly longer road trip, the resort is around 5 hours and 15 minutes from Calais. It boasts an indoor swimming pool with a waterslide and a hot tub, crafting and cooking workshops, soft play, an indoor play paradise, bowling and kids’ clubs – there’s plenty to do indoors in the warm. The resort is well located for days out too – Plopsa Indoor Coevorden is just 25 minutes away so you can keep the kids entertained for hours whatever the weather. Plus, Wildlands Adventure Zoo Emmen and Slagharen Theme Park are nearby for even more fun. The nearest airport is Groningen Airport Eelde – 40 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Aelderholt on the Landal website.

Is the Netherlands a good destination for winter holidays?

The Netherlands is a brilliant choice for winter holidays, especially for families who want festive fun without travelling too far. Across November and December, you’ll find twinkling Christmas markets, ice skating, light festivals and cosy cafés that make everything feel really magical. Going into the new year, there are plenty of attractions offering wintery days out and it’s the perfect time to wrap up warm for a city visit to Amsterdam without the crowds. One of the biggest draws is the huge number of family-friendly holiday parks which are designed for year round stays and packed with indoor activities. Think brilliant subtropical swimming pools with slides and splash zones, soft play, indoor playgrounds, bowling, kids’ clubs and evening entertainment, so the weather really doesn’t matter. Finally, the short drive from Calais to the Netherlands is the icing on the cake (it’s the perfect easy road trip destination for families) making it a great place for winter holidays with the kids.

I hope that this article has helped you find some fabulous spots for your winter holidays – there are some brilliant parks in the Netherlands, designed with families in mind, with lots of indoor activities and great days out nearby. Let me know if there are any other places you’d recommend in the comments and scroll down for even more winter getaway articles. Have fun! 😊