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Discover our tips for the surrounding area of Vlagtwedde
- Explore the nature in Groningen
- Visit the most amazing family parks
- Close to vibrant cities
- There is a lot to experience for young and old
The surrounding area of Vlagtwedde is known for the many nature reserves. Summio Vakantiepark Emslandermeer is located close to the German border. Whether you want to get away for the weekend, midweek or a longer stay, this holiday park is the perfect base to discover the surrounding area, go on amazing excursions and visit charming cities. Nothing beats Groningen. We are happy to give you some tips for the best excursions in the area during your holiday!
A challenging golf course across the park
Located at only 500 meters from Summio Vakantiepark Emslandermeer you come across Golfclub Westerwolde. The golf club offers 9 challenging holes for every level. Next to an amazing game of golf, you also get to enjoy the vast surrounding area covered in forests. The course is designed by the famous golf course architect Joan Dudok van Heel. He designed 50 golf courses in Europe, of which the latest is located here in Oost-Groningen. Definitely worth a visit if you like to swing some balls on the golf course!
Fun at Sportsbar and Snackbar de Dribbel
At Sportsbar de Dribbel and the accompanying snack bar you can relax with a tasty snack and a drink. In the cozy sports bar you can watch live sports on the big screens. Worked up an appetite? Then head to the Snackbar de Dribbel for the tastiest fries and snacks. What's more, thanks to its location on the harbor, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the water from the spacious terrace. It is the ideal place for a pleasant afternoon or evening during your stay!
An unforgettable city trip
Visit Groningen, Emmen or Assen for an amazing city trip. The center of Groningen offers a historical atmosphere, modern art and vibrant streets filled with nice shops, cafés and of course, the Martinitoren. Emmen promises a wonderful day for everyone with beautiful canals, cozy squares, and green parks. The city Assen welcomes you with a medieval atmosphere and cozy squares. Whether you want to stroll along the canals in Groningen, admire the wild animals in Emmen or explore the TT Circuit in Assen, a city trip to one of these cities guarantees a fun day!
Covered shopping in Emmen
Shopping mall De Weiert in Emmen is the perfect location to shop all year round, even when it rains, with over 70 shops and places to eat and drink.
Back to the 17th Century at the Bourtange fortification
The historical Bourtange fortification is located in the beautiful Westerwolde, located at a 10-minute drive from Summio Vakantiepark Emslandermeer. The Bourtange fortification was built at the end of the 16th Century during the 80-year War and now takes you back to the 17th Century. Bourtange has been fully restored true to its time, including ramparts, canals, and red drawbridges. Discover the narrow alleys, old buildings and authentic atmosphere that make this extraordinary place unique. Be sure to also enjoy festivals, museums and local specialties while discovering this historical site to get the full experience!
Go around the world in a single day at WILDLANDS Adventure Zoo
You can find WILDLANDS Adventure Zoo in Emmen, located at a 40-minute drive from Summio Vakantiepark Emslandermeer. Get up close to wild animals and experience exciting adventures! Go on a safari in between de rhinos and zebras of the Serenga or go on a boat tour through the Jungola. What do you think about polar bears, sea lions and sharks? You discover everything about these animals in Nortica. Take a trip through the jungle, the savannah, and the polar region during your visit to WILDLANDS Adventure Zoo!
Go on an adventure in between the dinosaurs at Dinopark Landgoed Tenaxx
Enjoy an adventurous day with your children at Dinopark Landgoed Tenaxx. Let the children play at the playground, go for a ride on the train along the life-sized Triceratops, the Velociraptor and the Tyrannosaurus Rex or challenge each other with an exciting survival run. Get to know everything about dinosaurs in a playful manner at the interesting museum Het Dinosuarium. Take a look at life-sized dinosaur models, real fossils and skeletons or discover the island at Landgoed Tenaxx from the water with a rowboat that is ready for you at the beach. This dinosaur park offers an unforgettable activity for young and old! A day full of adventure, discoveries, and fun!
Birdwatching at nature reserve Liefstinghsbroek
Liefstinghsbroek, a protected nature reserve of Natura 2000, is located at a 10-minute drive from Summio Vakantiepark Emslandermeer. Liefstinghsbroek is the oldest forest in Groningen and part of the Dal van de Ruiten Aa. Enjoy an amazing hike through this unique deciduous forest with a Natuurmonumenten guide and if you are lucky, you will come across extraordinary birds such as the Marsh Tit, Nuthatch or Hawfinch.
Over 14 kilometers of untouched nature: De Marke Harpel
Route 15 at De Marke Harpel comes highly recommended if you like to hike! The 14-kilometer route goes through the Dal van Ruiten Aa, an area of untouched nature. Walk around peacefully through this beautiful landscape and escape busy everyday life for a moment. A perfect hiking destination for those who love nature and bird-spotting. Grab this opportunity to enjoy peacefulness, nature, and birdsong. Route 15 is ready for everyone who wants to go on a stunning hike in the middle of the beautiful nature in Groningen.
Canoeing and biking in Westerwolde
Discover Westerwolde: a region in the province Groningen with beautiful nature. Rent a canoe or kayak and follow the paths through the protected nature reserve along the waters of the Ruiten Aa and the Westerwoldse Aa. At the end of your exploration, you can bike back to the starting point to experience the area in a different way. Take a break along the way for a cozy picnic in nature or a drink on the terrace!
Look for traces of gnomes at Kabouterpad Sellingen
Discover the nature of Groningen at the Kabouterpad Sellingen, an adventurous hiking path with special tasks for children. The path goes through the forest, where children can have fun looking for traces of gnomes while coming in to contact with nature. While listening to gnome stories and finishing exciting gnome tasks they can come across gnome houses, footsteps in the sand and marks of wheels. You can buy a backpack with everything you need for a successful scavenger hunt at Kopje Genieten. Equipped with a pointed hat, children can follow the route of 1.300 meters, while a wooden gnome points them into the right direction. As a memento they get to make their own nature painting. An unforgettable memory to your stay at Summio Vakantiepark Emslandermeer!
Discover the largest dolmen in the Netherlands at the Hunebedcentrum
Dive 5500 years back in time to the prehistory at the Hunebedcentrum. Here you can learn everything about our ancestors and the building and meaning of dolmens. Furthermore, you can take a look at archeological finds and exhibitions. During the school holidays there are dressed-up early humans at the prehistorical town in the Hunebedcentrum that introduce you to their simplistic existence. Learn how to use a firestone and experience the smells of prehistoric cooking. The Ice-Age, the mammoth and the first settlers; you will see it all!
Fully unwind at Thermen Bad Nieuweschans
Thermen Bad Nieuweschans is a wellness resort where you can fully unwind, located at a 20-minute drive from the park. They have warm baths filled with natural water that is beneficial to your body. There are also various saunas where you can fully unwind. But that is not all. You can also enjoy massages and other treatments. If you want to fully unwind for a moment, there are many places you can sit down and have something to eat. Thermen Bad Nieuweschans also organizes fun days and specials offers like a ‘Ladies Day.’ The perfect excursion if you want to fully unwind and enjoy yourself.
More fun excursions:
- Visit Kabouterland Exloo where you walk around in the world of gnomes.
- Enjoy a fun day among the animals and rides in theme park Wonderwereld
- Enjoy a day full of fun at Drouwenerzand Attractiepark
- Go climbing, scrambling or ziplining at Klimpark Grolloo
Experience an unforgettable holiday in Vlagtwedde
In short, there is more than enough to experience in Vlagtwedde and the surrounding area during your stay at Summio Vakantiepark Emslandermeer! You can also use the extensive facilities at the park during your stay, like a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. Afterwards you can fully unwind at your comfortable holiday home and enjoy the ultimate holiday feeling!
