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Looking for a day out near Emmen? Come and play at De Drentse Koe!

Looking for a day out with the kids near Emmen? De Drentse Koe in Ruinerwold is a lovely place to spend the day playing, exploring and relaxing. We’re not in Emmen itself, but we are in Drenthe, at our family play farm with its own ice cream.

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

It’s practical for parents too. Everything is close together and easy to keep an eye on. You can watch the children play, join in or 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 with the kids from Emmen

A day out with the kids works best when there’s plenty to do without making the day complicated. At De Drentse Koe, everything is in one place.

There are various activities for children, food and drinks, toilets nearby and free parking. This also makes it convenient for families from Zwolle, Meppel or Steenwijk.

Children can choose what they feel like doing. A bit of bouncing, then some outdoor play, a visit to the animal area and an ice cream in between. Just a lovely 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.

There’s plenty of space outdoors. Children can enjoy the outdoor playground, pedal tractors, sandpit, play equipment, animal area and seasonal activities.

This keeps the visit varied, even if you’re not sure in the morning what the weather will be like later in the day.

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 setting at De Drentse Koe: playing among the cows, right here on a real 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, children can burn off energy in the play barns, on the playground and around the farmyard. There are plenty of activities to keep them entertained throughout their visit.

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

Also suitable for groups

Are you visiting with family, friends or another group? De Drentse Koe is a great place for family get-togethers and group outings. With indoor and outdoor play, food and drinks and easy-to-navigate grounds, there’s plenty to do for all ages. Explore the options for a family get-together or group outing.

A company outing where children are coming along? De Drentse Koe is a suitable place for that too. While the children are having fun, there’s plenty of opportunity to spend time together and enjoy a relaxed day. Explore all 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 from Emmen

Looking for a fun day out with the kids outside Emmen? Come to 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 for children and parents alike.

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