Family day in Heerenveen at De Drentse Koe
Are you planning a family day in Heerenveen and looking for a place where children, parents, grandparents and other family members can all spend time together? From Heerenveen, you can travel to De Drentse Koe in Ruinerwold for a day with plenty of space, play and time together.
Here you can organise a family day with plenty of opportunities to play indoors and outdoors. Children can play, adults can catch up, and the whole family can stay together in one easy-to-navigate location.
With play barns, outdoor space, food and drinks, a private group room and a suitable package, there is plenty to do for all ages. Een fijne keuze als je zoekt naar familie uitjes in de omgeving van Heerenveen en Friesland.
Organising a family day from Heerenveen
Organising a family day means finding a place where everyone feels comfortable. Children want to play. Adults want to sit and relax, have a coffee or do something together. Grandparents want to be able to keep an eye on things and have a comfortable place where they can enjoy the day too.
De Drentse Koe is not in Heerenveen, but in Ruinerwold. For families from Heerenveen, it is a practical place if you are looking for a complete day out with play, food, drinks and activities all in one place.
Are you planning a family day from Hardenberg, Steenwijk or Meppel? Take a look at the page for your region.
At De Drentse Koe, everything is in one place. This makes the day easy to manage for the whole family.
Whether you come with your family, relatives, friends or colleagues with children, everyone can join in in their own way.
Why choose De Drentse Koe from Heerenveen?
For a family day, convenience is important. You want a good location, plenty to do, food and drinks all in one place, and activities for different ages.
De Drentse Koe is suitable for families who value spending time together, plenty of space and a setting where it is easy to keep an eye on things. Children can play, while adults can sit, catch up and enjoy something to eat and drink.
For all ages
A family day works well when there are different options for everyone. Younger children can enjoy active play. Older children can explore, while adults can relax or join in with a game.
This keeps the day enjoyable for different ages, without the need for a fixed schedule.
Everything in one place
At De Drentse Koe, your group stays together in one place. This is convenient when you are visiting with children, bags, pushchairs or several generations.
The private group room, food and drinks, play areas and outdoor space are all close together. This means you do not have to move from place to place.
Indoors and outdoors
The weather does not have to spoil the day. Indoors, there are play barns and covered play areas. Outdoors, there is plenty of space to see the animals, jump, play and explore.
In good weather, you can enjoy being outdoors. If it rains or is cold, the family day can simply continue indoors.
Practical for families from Friesland
Are you coming from Heerenveen, the Frisian Lakes or elsewhere in Friesland? De Drentse Koe is a good option if you are looking for a fun day out just outside your local area.
You can enjoy a change of scenery, while the day remains easy to organise.
A family day works well when there are different options for everyone. Younger children can enjoy active play. Older children can explore, while adults can relax or join in with a game.
This keeps the day enjoyable for different ages, without the need for a fixed schedule.
At De Drentse Koe, your group stays together in one place. This is convenient when you are visiting with children, bags, pushchairs or several generations.
The private group room, food and drinks, play areas and outdoor space are all close together. This means you do not have to move from place to place.
The weather does not have to spoil the day. Indoors, there are play barns and covered play areas. Outdoors, there is plenty of space to see the animals, jump, play and explore.
In good weather, you can enjoy being outdoors. If it rains or is cold, the family day can simply continue indoors.
Are you coming from Heerenveen, the Frisian Lakes or elsewhere in Friesland? De Drentse Koe is a good option if you are looking for a fun day out just outside your local area.
You can enjoy a change of scenery, while the day remains easy to organise.
Activities for the whole family
A family day is not about doing one activity together as a group. It is the combination of play, sitting together and doing something in between that makes the day enjoyable.
Children can play while adults catch up. Those who want to can join in with a game or head outside together. This means you can enjoy a fun day together without having to plan everything to a fixed schedule.
Indoors, there is plenty to do for children and families who want to stay warm and dry.
In the play area with rocking horses, children can enjoy active play and keep moving. It is a great place for children who like to stay active.
Traditional Dutch games are a great addition to a family get-together. Children, adults and grandparents can all join in at their own pace.
The construction loft is suitable for children who enjoy building, exploring and playing. Parents can stay nearby and keep an eye on them.
Lisa & Loetje horen bij De Drentse Koe. In het weekend zijn er optredens en daarna is er een meet & greet. Leuk voor jonge kinderen binnen de familie.
In the play area with rocking horses, children can enjoy active play and keep moving. It is a great place for children who like to stay active.
Traditional Dutch games are a great addition to a family get-together. Children, adults and grandparents can all join in at their own pace.
The construction loft is suitable for children who enjoy building, exploring and playing. Parents can stay nearby and keep an eye on them.
Lisa & Loetje horen bij De Drentse Koe. In het weekend zijn er optredens en daarna is er een meet & greet. Leuk voor jonge kinderen binnen de familie.
Outdoor play in good weather
In the animal area, children can take their time watching the animals. It fits naturally with the farm setting at De Drentse Koe.
The bouncy castles are great fun, especially for younger children who can burn off some energy here.
Farmer’s billiards is easy to play and suitable for all ages. It is a fun game for several family members to play together.
During the season, the maize maze is a great outdoor activity. Families can find their way through the maize together, exploring as they go.
Would you like to know in advance what is included in terms of food, drinks and activities for the day? Our family get-together packages are a practical choice.
For example, choose coffee, tea and cake, lunch, chips, pancakes or a buffet. During the day, you can also get a drink, snack or ice cream.
You can choose from a range of packages, so everything can be arranged in advance. Whether you are visiting with a small group or a larger family group, there is a package to suit you. Every package includes admission, food and drinks.
Most family packages are available from 10.00 am to 6.00 pm. The only exception is the Feestje family package, which is available from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm.
While the adults relax and catch up, children can enjoy playing indoors and outdoors at the family play farm with its own ice cream.
Group rooms with a private terrace
Each package includes a private group room with its own terrace. This is your dedicated space for the day.
You can choose from eight different group rooms and let us know your preferred room when making your booking. We will confirm your choice subject to availability.
All group rooms have their own kitchen, a stocked fridge and a private terrace. This gives you a comfortable place to get together, eat and catch up while the children play.
Would you like to see the group rooms first?
Not sure yet which group room is the best fit for your family? You are very welcome to come and have a look at the rooms beforehand. We will be happy to show you the options and help you plan a day that suits your group.
Do you have any specific questions about organising a family get-together, or would you like to discuss the options? Email us at [email protected]. Please include your name, address, telephone number, group size and preferred date for your visit.
Party package
- Entree
- Eigen ruimte met terras
- Onbeperkte koffie, thee, fris, ranja, wijn & bier
- Gebak (volw.) / cake (kids)
- Nootjes, chips & hapjesschaal (kaas, worst en komkommer)
- Drentse Koe ijs
€34.50 per person
€24.50 per person
€16.00 per person
Please note: only the Feestje family package has a time slot from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm.
Chips package
- Entree
- Eigen ruimte met terras
- Onbeperkte koffie, thee, fris, ranja, wijn & bier
- Gebak (volw.) / cake (kids)
- Nootjes, chips & hapjesschaal (kaas, worst en komkommer)
- Patat & snack naar keuze incl. saus
- Drents Koe ijs
€45.50 per person
€34.50 per person
€19.00 per person
Pancake package
- Entree
- Eigen ruimte met terras
- Onbeperkte koffie, thee, fris, ranja, wijn & bier
- Gebak (volw.) / cake (kids)
- Nootjes, chips & hapjesschaal (kaas, worst en komkommer)
- Onbeperkt pannenkoeken bakken met verschillende toppings
- Drentse Koe ijs
€45.50 per person
€34.50 per person
€19.00 per person
Soup & sandwiches package
- Entree
- Eigen ruimte met terras
- Onbeperkte koffie, thee, fris, ranja, wijn & bier
- Gebak (volw.) / cake (kids)
- Nootjes, chips & hapjesschaal (kaas, worst en komkommer)
- Soep, bolletje met ham & kaas, hagelslag of jam
- Drentse Koe ijs
€45.50 per person
€34.50 per person
€19.00 per person
Chinese food package
- Entree
- Eigen ruimte met terras
- Onbeperkte koffie, thee, fris, ranja, wijn & bier
- Gebak (volw.) / cake (kids)
- Nootjes, chips & hapjesschaal (kaas, worst en komkommer)
- Chinees buffet
- Drentse Koe ijs
€52.50 per person
€33.50 per person
€19.00 per person
Arrangement warm & koud
- Entree
- Eigen ruimte met terras
- Onbeperkte koffie, thee, fris, ranja, wijn & bier
- Gebak (volw.) / cake (kids)
- Nootjes, chips & hapjesschaal (kaas, worst en komkommer)
- Soep met broodjes
- Warm & koud buffet (aardappeltjes, nasi, 3 x warm vlees, salade & stokbrood met kruidenboter & patat voor de kids)
- Drentse Koe ijs
€65.50 per person
€36.00 per person
€22.00 per person
Burgundian-style package
- Entree
- Eigen ruimte met terras
- Onbeperkte koffie, thee, fris, ranja, wijn & bier
- Gebak (volw.) / cake (kids)
- Nootjes, chips & hapjesschaal (kaas, worst en komkommer)
- Soep met broodjes
- Streek producten (4 stukken vlees, salade, saus, stokbrood & kruidenboter & patat voor de kids)
- Drentse Koe ijs
€62.50 per person
€34.50 per person
€22.00 per person
Who is this family day suitable for?
A family get-together at De Drentse Koe is suitable for families with children, adults and grandparents. Friends with children, colleagues and their families, and larger groups are also welcome.
The setting is ideal for people who want to spend time together without having to plan everything in advance.
Suitable for:
- Families from Heerenveen and the surrounding area
- Families with young children
- Families with grandparents
- Large families and groups
- Friends with children
- A family celebration with food and activities
- A day with space, play and time together
Also practical for other groups
As well as a family day, De Drentse Koe is also suitable for other group occasions, such as a children’s birthday party, a day out with friends or an informal day with colleagues and their families.
For a hen or stag party, it depends on the group and the kind of atmosphere you are looking for. If you mainly want a relaxed setting with food and drinks and space for children to play, we are happy to discuss the options with you.
Book
Booking is important for a family day. When making your enquiry, let us know how many people will be coming, including the number of children and adults.
This helps us advise you on the most suitable private group room, package and schedule for the day.
Opening hours
Check the current opening hours before your visit. Opening hours may vary during school holidays, at weekends and on public holidays.
Parking
Free parking is available close by. This is convenient for families with young children, pushchairs or anything they need for the day.
Enquire about a family day from Heerenveen
Are you planning a family day from Heerenveen at De Drentse Koe in Ruinerwold? Get in touch with us.
Let us know how many people will be coming, which date you have in mind and which package you are interested in. We’ll be happy to help you find a practical option that suits your group.
This makes it easy to plan a family get-together where children can play, adults can relax and everyone can enjoy spending time together.
Frequently asked questions about a family day in Heerenveen
When making your booking, you can immediately see whether your preferred date is still available.
Preferably a few months in advance, to give you the best chance of securing your preferred date.
Our family park is suitable for all ages, with a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities.
Yes, please let us know about any allergies or dietary requirements in advance.
We have play barns with a wide range of indoor activities.
No, an annual pass is only valid during our regular opening hours and cannot be combined with packages, school trips or children’s birthday parties.
