The 12 best holiday parks in the Netherlands for family getaways

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The Netherlands might not be the first place that comes to mind for a family getaway in Europe – but it absolutely should be – it’s home to some of the best holiday parks for kids and there’s so much to do! With beautiful beaches, scenic countryside, city adventures and amazing family attractions, the Netherlands is a fantastic choice for an affordable yet unforgettable holiday. Whether you fancy a lakeside retreat, a coastal escape or a park packed with activities there’s something for everyone. And, the Netherlands is perfect for a road trip as it’s only a few hours drive from Calais – so hop on the ferry to avoid a big spend on flights too. Here are some of the best places to stay with kids – this is my guide to the top 12 family-friendly holiday parks in the Netherlands.

1. Eurocamp: Duinrell Resort, South Holland

Just a 3.5 hour drive from Calais, the Duinrell Resort is famous for its on-site theme park and Tiki Pool waterpark, making it one of the best holiday parks in the Netherlands for family fun with the kids. It has over 20 thrilling waterslides, as well as indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Finn and Lola adored it (make sure you check out my Duinrell Review to find out more) – you get unlimited access to the theme park with rides to suit kids of all ages. You can also visit gorgeous beaches, Amsterdam and Efteling theme park too. 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 on the Eurocamp website.

2. Eurocamp: TerSpegelt Village, North-Brabant

Less than a 3 hour drive from Calais, TerSpegelt Village is a great family road trip option and it’s one of the best holiday parks in the Netherlands for water-based activities. The campsite has direct lake access for swimming, paddle-boarding and water sports – perfect for older kids and teens. It features an impressive heated indoor pool with waterslides and a splash zone / play area for younger children. It also boasts a pump track, dinghy rides, play areas, pedalos, arts & crafts, miniature golf and all sorts! Plus you can reach Efteling theme park in around 45 minutes, or Beekse Bergen Safari Park (the best zoo ever!) in 35 minutes. If you’re flying, the nearest airport to TerSpegelt Village is Eindhoven Airport – around 20 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out TerSpegelt Village on the Eurocamp website.

3. Landal: Het Vennenbos, Brabant

Just over a 3 hour drive from Calais, you’ll find Landal Het Vennenbos – one of the best family-friendly holiday parks in the Netherlands for kids. It features a fantastic subtropical swimming paradise with waterslides, a lazy river and a toddler-friendly play area. This is a good 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. There’s also lots of outdoor fun to be had over the warmer months with sports, bike hire and play areas. If you fancy some days out, you can reach Efteling, Toverland and Beekse Bergen Safari Park in 35-45 minutes. 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.

4. Eurocamp: Koningshof, South Holland

Less than a 4 hour drive from Calais, Koningshof Eurocamp is one of the best family-friendly holiday parks in the Netherlands near Amsterdam. This campsite is perfect for families who want to combine the peaceful countryside with sightseeing as it’s just a 40 minute drive to the city. It’s a smaller, quieter setting but there’s still loads of fun to be had with a covered pool complex, waterslides, a splash zone, kids’ clubs and playgrounds. There’s plenty to do nearby too – the stunning tulip fields of Keukenhof are right on the doorstep in spring, there are some lovely beaches just a short drive away and you can reach Duinrell theme park in 15 minutes. If you’re flying, the closest airport to Koningshof Eurocamp is Amsterdam Airport – 20 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Koningshof Campsite on the Eurocamp website.

5. Center Parcs: Het Meerdal, Limburg

If you’re after a Center Parcs break, Het Meerdal is one of the most popular holiday parks in the Netherlands and it’s just a 4 hour drive from Calais. Located in Limburg, 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 rainy day. When the weather’s on your side, you can opt in to paid activities like the outdoor aqua park, boating on the lake, adventure golf, the climbing wall, pony walks and a zip-wire for slightly older children. This site is just a 10 minute drive from Toverland theme park and 50 minutes from Efteling. If you’d prefer to fly 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.

6. Eurocamp: Lake Resort Beekse Bergen, Hilvarenbeek

When we visited the Netherlands we had the best time at Lake Resort Beekse Bergen – it’s one of the closest Eurocamp holiday parks to Calais (just under a 3 hour drive) and it’s such a great resort for a family adventure. It’s next door to the incredible Beekse Bergen Safari Park (payable) and Speelland Attraction Park (included), and it boasts an indoor swimming pool with a play area, playgrounds, bike hire and a lake. My children absolutely loved it – read my Lake Resort Beekse Bergen Review to find out more – and the resort is also only a 20 minute drive from Efteling theme park. The closest airport is Eindhoven Airport – just 20 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Lake Resort Beekse Bergen on the Eurocamp website.

7. Landal: Waterparc Veluwemeer, Biddinghuizen

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 city break. Set right by Veluwemeer Lake, there’s loads to keep everyone entertained with indoor and outdoor swimming pools, water sports, playgrounds, soft play and even a little sandy beach. It’s peaceful and scenic, with lovely views across the water, but it’s still within easy reach of great days out. The park is just a 10 minute drive from Walibi Holland theme park and Klimbos Harderwijk climbing forest. If you’re flying, the closest airport to Landal Waterparc Veluwemeer 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.

8. Eurocamp: Camping De Twee Bruggen, Gelderland

Just under a 4.5 hour drive from Calais, Camping De Twee Bruggen is perfect for families who love cycling and nature walks. It has an indoor swimming pool, an outdoor pool and waterslides – so there’s plenty to keep the kids busy. They also have crazy golf, bowling and pedal go-karts, as well as sports activities. On top of this, it’s close to the border if you’d like to hop over to Germany – Movie Park theme park is an hour away. Closer to the site, Klimbos Achterhoek (high ropes) is a 30 minute drive, Burgers’ Zoo is 40 minutes away and the nearby quaint towns are perfect for day trips – bike hire is available. The nearest airport, Dusseldorf, is around an hour’s drive from Camping De Twee Bruggen. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Camping De Twee Bruggen on the Eurocamp website.

9. Landal: De Lommerbergen, Limburg

Another one of the best Landal holiday parks for family fun, De Lommerbergen is a lively site in the beautiful Netherlands countryside, about a 4 hour drive from Calais. The subtropical swimming paradise here is a big hit – featuring waterslides, rapids and a wave pool – you can entertain the kids whatever the weather so this is a great off-peak holiday option too. There’s also a brilliant adventure playground, plenty of kids’ activities and nature trails. 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 away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out De Lommerbergen on the Landal website.

10. Eurocamp: Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel, North Brabant

A short 3.5 hour family road trip from Calais, Marvilla Parks Kaatsheuvel is the closest of the Eurocamp holiday parks to Efteling – it’s just 10 minutes away from the best theme park in the Netherlands. This site is ideal for families who want a mix of relaxation and entertainment – there’s a brilliant indoor swimming pool with a toddler area, an outdoor splash play zone for younger ones and waterslides for older kids. The location is gorgeous too – with sand dunes and deep forests on your doorstep. If you fancy a city adventure Amsterdam is just over an hour away, and the incredible Beekse Bergen Safari Park is only a 25 minute drive from the resort – it’s a fab base for family days out. 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.

11. Center Parcs: De Kempervennen, North Brabant

Friends of ours had the best time at De Kempervennen Center Parcs – it’s one of the closest holiday parks to Calais (a 3 hour drive) so it’s a great option for a family trip to the Netherlands. The pool complex has indoor & outdoor pools, waterslides, rapids, a baby pool, a wave pool, hot tubs and more. The site also boasts an indoor ski slope, an aqua inflatable, paintballing, a climbing wall, paddle-boarding, bowling, soft play, playgrounds 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, Toverland and Speelland Attraction Park 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.

12. Landal: Hof van Saksen, Drenthe

Landal Hof van Saksen – in the Northeastern area of the Netherlands about a 5.5 hour drive from Calais – is known for its fabulous waterslides so it’s certainly one of the best Landal holiday parks for kids. (Though you’ll need a bigger budget for this one and it’s best visited outside of the August summer holidays as it can be really pricey!) There’s a sandy beach by the lake, a brilliant kids’ academy and trampolining. This site is near to the border if you’d like to visit Germany and you’ll also find Wildlands Adventure Zoo Emmen just 25 minutes away, and Drouwenerzand Attraction Park is around a 15 minute drive. The nearest airport to Landal Hof van Saksen with direct flights is Amsterdam – it’s just over 2 hours away from the site so hiring a car would be best. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Landal Hof van Saksen.

Where is the Netherlands located?

The Netherlands is a small country in Northwestern Europe, bordered by Germany and Belgium. Getting to the Netherlands from the UK is really simple – in fact it’s the perfect destination for a road trip – take the ferry from Dover to Calais (or the Eurotunnel from Folkestone to Calais – though it’s a bit pricier than the ferry) and it’s then just a 3 hour drive on a toll free route. If you live further up the country, you can also take a ferry from Harwich directly to the Hook of Holland port in the Netherlands. The Netherlands is easy to explore thanks to excellent public transport and its compact size – you can drive across the country in just a few hours! The capital city, Amsterdam, is a major hub with a fantastic airport, making it super convenient for families flying in from the UK if you’d prefer not to drive.

What’s the weather like in the Netherlands – when’s the best time to visit?

The Netherlands has a temperate maritime climate, which means mild summers and cool winters, but it’s a fabulous family holiday destination for all seasons. The holiday parks tend to be set up with indoor swimming pools, as well as outdoor attractions, so the weather is definitely less of an issue. With it not being a typically sunny destination, though there are obvious perks to visiting in the warmer summer months, it’s definitely a place that can be visited outside of peak season too. If you want to do some city exploring then it can be handy for it to be a bit cooler, so the shoulder seasons either side of the summer can be great for that. Plus, the winter offers a chance to see the Christmas markets, and the infamous tulips will be blooming in the spring time.

Is the Netherlands worth a visit?

The Netherlands is absolutely worth a visit – it’s a brilliant family-friendly destination with something for everyone. If you love history, culture, outdoor adventures and kid-friendly attractions, you’ll find plenty to keep little ones entertained. The country is very walkable and bike-friendly, making it easy to explore without spending a fortune on transport. The Dutch are also very friendly and generally speak great English, making it an easy place to visit. For more information, check out my article: 10 reasons why you should visit the Netherlands with kids.

The Netherlands is also home to some of the best theme parks, nature parks and interactive museums in Europe, so whether your kids love rollercoasters, animals or science there’s loads to do. Popular attractions include theme parks like: Efteling, Duinrell and Toverland – whilst the coastline has gorgeous beaches. Beekse Bergen Safari Park is an incredible day out (it’s a must visit!) and you can enjoy a boat ride on the canals of Amsterdam. There’s absolutely loads to do with kids in the Netherlands – you certainly won’t get bored – so make sure you read: The Netherlands family holiday itinerary – the 10 best things to do with kids!