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Day out in Steenwijk? Come and play at De Drentse Koe

Looking for a day out near Steenwijk with children? De Drentse Koe in Ruinerwold is a great place to spend the day playing, exploring and relaxing. We’re not in Steenwijk itself, but we’re close enough for an easy day out from Steenwijk and the surrounding area.

At De Drentse Koe, children can play indoors and outdoors, with bouncy castles, pedal tractors, a large playground, a sandpit, an animal area, seasonal water play and Drentse Koe IJs.

It’s easy for parents too. Everything is conveniently located close together, so you can keep an eye on the children, join in or simply sit down with a cup of coffee on the terrace.

Family playing a game of farmer’s billiards together at De Drentse Koe

A fun day out from Steenwijk with children

A day out with the kids is easier when there’s plenty to do without having to plan too much. At De Drentse Koe, everything is in one place.

There is plenty of space to play, food and drinks are available, toilets are close by and parking is free. This makes De Drentse Koe a convenient day out for families from Zwolle, Emmen or Hardenberg.

Children can choose what they feel like doing. They might start with some jumping, head outside afterwards, visit the animal area and enjoy an ice cream in between. Simply a relaxed day out for the whole family.

Children roller-skating with Lisa & Loetje at De Drentse Koe in Drenthe

Indoor and outdoor play in any weather

At De Drentse Koe, you don’t have to choose between indoor and outdoor play. You can enjoy both.

Inside the play barns, children can play in all weather. They’re ideal for rain, cold or changeable weather. There are quieter areas where younger children can play at their own pace.

Outdoors, there is plenty of space to get moving. Children can enjoy the outdoor playground, pedal tractors, sandpit, play equipment, animal area and seasonal activities.

This keeps the day varied, even when the weather doesn’t quite do what you’d like.

Children roller-skating with Lisa & Loetje at De Drentse Koe in Drenthe

What Can Children Do?

The play area with rocking horses is a great place for free play. Children can move around, explore and create their own games.

For younger children, this is often a pleasant place to play, as they can play at their own pace.

Bouncy castles are part of any day out with children. Jump, laugh, fall over and get back up again.

At De Drentse Koe, there are bouncy castles both indoors and outdoors. So there’s almost always somewhere for children to burn off some energy.

The pedal tractors are particularly popular with little ones and younger children. They can steer themselves, ride around and pretend they are working on the farm..

That fits perfectly with the atmosphere at De Drentse Koe: playing among the cows, right here at our family play farm with its own ice cream.

Outside, there is a large playground with play equipment, sand, plenty of space and places to climb. Children can run, slide and explore.

The outdoor playground is suitable for children of different ages. Younger children can play at their own pace, while older children have more space to let off steam.

At the animal area, children can watch the animals. They can see goats, donkeys, rabbits, a sheep and a pig. This makes the farm experience especially familiar to children.

For many children, this is a quiet moment in between all the playing.

In summer, water is always a hit. At De Drentse Koe, children can play in the water play area or splash park.

They can splash, play with the water and cool off. On warm days, feel free to bring a change of clothes.

During the season, children can explore the maize maze. They make their way through the maize and enjoy a little adventure on the farm.

The maize maze is a great fit for families who enjoy discovering something new alongside playing.

At certain times, Lisa & Loetje are there too. This makes the day out even more familiar for children.

Watch together, join in and then get back to playing. Just a normal part of the day.

Fun for young children

With young children, it’s important to have everything within easy reach. You don’t want to walk too far, keep searching for toilets or run out of things to do.

At De Drentse Koe, toddlers and preschoolers can enjoy the toddler play area, a bouncy castle for toddlers, pedal tractors, a sandpit, a play area with rocking horses and the animal area.

Parents can easily keep an eye on their children, making for a more relaxed day out.

Children playing with the buzz wire game among the traditional Dutch games at De Drentse Koe in Drenthe

Also Fun for Older Children

Older children often want a bit more of a challenge. They like to decide for themselves where to go next.

At De Drentse Koe, they can burn off energy in the play barns, the playground and around the farmyard. There’s plenty of fun to keep them entertained throughout the day.

Visiting with children of different ages? That makes things easier, as everyone can find something they enjoy.

Children playing with the buzz wire game among the traditional Dutch games at De Drentse Koe in Drenthe
De Koepel Group Room with Playground at De Drentse Koe

For families and friends

De Drentse Koe is particularly suitable for families with children, but you can also visit us with extended family or friends.

For a family get-together, there is plenty of variety between playing, relaxing and enjoying something to eat together. The site is practical and easy to navigate, even for larger groups.

Looking for a children’s birthday party or group day out from Steenwijk? Take a look at our group packages.

Why Choose De Drentse Koe?

Indoor and Outdoor Fun

Children can play in the indoor playground as well as outdoors on the farmyard. This makes a day out suitable for every season.

For the Whole Family

There’s plenty to do for toddlers, preschoolers, younger children and older children.

Clear and Practical

Everything is close together, making it easy to spend a whole day here with the children.

Ice Cream from the Ice Cream Farm

A day out at De Drentse Koe isn’t complete without ice cream. It’s simply part of the experience.

Children can play in the indoor playground as well as outdoors on the farmyard. This makes a day out suitable for every season.

There’s plenty to do for toddlers, preschoolers, younger children and older children.

Everything is close together, making it easy to spend a whole day here with the children.

A day out at De Drentse Koe isn’t complete without Drentse Koe IJs. It’s simply part of the experience.

Plan your visit to De Drentse Koe

Planning a day out with children from Steenwijk? Come and visit De Drentse Koe in Ruinerwold.

Indoors and outdoors. Play barns and an outdoor playground. Animals, pedal tractors, a sandpit, water play, ice cream and plenty of space.

Just a lovely day out at our family play farm with its own ice cream.

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