Outdoor play near Hardenberg? Come and play at De Drentse Koe
Looking for outdoor play near Hardenberg with the kids? At De Drentse Koe, you can enjoy a day full of farm-themed play, indoors and outdoors. If you’re looking for an outdoor playground from Hardenberg where children can run, climb, ride, jump and explore, our family play farm with its own ice cream in Ruinerwold is a great place to visit.
From Hardenberg and elsewhere in Overijssel, it’s an easy trip for a day out. Outdoors, you’ll find a large playground with different play areas for younger children, older children and everyone in between. The park is fully enclosed and has a clear layout. This is reassuring for parents and grandparents who like to stay close by while still giving children plenty of space to play.
Here, children can play among the cows, in the play area, by the animals and, in season, in the maize maze. No complicated programme. Just plenty of outdoor play in Drenthe.
Outdoor play at our family play farm with its own ice cream
Outdoor play at De Drentse Koe feels spacious, active and familiar. Children naturally make their way from one activity to the next. First the pedal tractors, then the zip line, a quick look at the animals and perhaps a turn in the sand and water play area.
Our outdoor playground isn’t a play forest or a standard natural playground. Here, children can play on a real farm, with play equipment, animals, water, sand, grass and plenty of space to move around.
Parents appreciate the clear layout of the outdoor area. You can sit on the terrace with a coffee or a Drentse Koe IJs while the children enjoy themselves in the play area. Toilets and places to get food and drinks are close by.
Pedal tractors
Children can ride pedal tractors around the play area. It’s a great activity for toddlers and preschoolers who enjoy setting off on their own.
- Play field
- 2 to 6 years old
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All year round
Go-kart track
Children can ride around, steer and burn off some energy.
- Next to the animal area
- 4 to 12 years old
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All year round
Pump track
It’s all about speed, balance and keeping active. Older children often enjoy this area because it offers a little more of a challenge.
- Play field
- 5 to 16 years old
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All year round
- Play field
- 2 to 6 years old
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All year round
- Next to the animal area
- 4 to 12 years old
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All year round
- Play field
- 5 to 16 years old
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All year round
Zip wire
Hold on tight, push off and go. For safety reasons, only one child can use the
- Play field
- Ages 5 to 12
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All year round
- One at a time
Bouncy castles
The
- Play field
- Ages 3 to 12
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All year round
Trampolines
Just get moving, give it a go, have a laugh and try again.
- Play field
- Ages 5 to 12
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All year round
- Play field
- Ages 5 to 12
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All year round
- One at a time
- Play field
- Ages 3 to 12
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All year round
- Play field
- Ages 5 to 12
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All year round
Large sand and water play area
Here, children can dig, build, get messy and explore. It’s often a favourite spot for younger children. A little sand on their shoes is all part of the fun.
- Play field
- 2 to 10 years
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All year round
Animal area
At the
- Animal area
- All ages
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All year round
Farmer’s billiards
A nice activity to enjoy together with children, parents or grandparents. It’s a quieter outdoor activity that fits in well between more active play.
- Play field
- All ages
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All year round
- Play field
- 2 to 10 years
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All year round
- Animal area
- All ages
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All year round
- Play field
- All ages
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All year round
Maize maze
You can enter the
- In het veld
- All ages
- Half juli tot eind oktober
- Seasonal / Wellies available
Splash park
Children can play with water, cool off and keep active. The
- Play field
- 1 to 12 years old
- Summer
- In het veld
- All ages
- Half juli tot eind oktober
- Seasonal / Wellies available
- Play field
- 1 to 12 years old
- Summer
Why choose outdoor play at De Drentse Koe?
Outdoor play at De Drentse Koe is easy to navigate, active and practical. You’ll find different play areas all in one place. This means children can move from one activity to another without you losing sight of them as a parent.
There’s plenty to do for younger children, while older children will also find plenty to enjoy.
And because De Drentse Koe is a family play farm with its own ice cream, it feels different from a regular playground. You’re outdoors, surrounded by animals and close to the farm. This makes it a great place for families looking for a full day out from Hardenberg.
A large playground for different age groups
Not every child likes to play in the same way. Some want to climb and clamber, while others prefer riding, jumping or playing quietly in the sand. That’s why De Drentse Koe has a variety of playgrounds and play areas.
For toddlers and preschoolers, there are activities such as pedal tractors, the sand and water play area and the splash park in summer. Older children can head to the go-kart track, pump track or zip wire.
This keeps it enjoyable for children of all ages, even when you’re visiting with several children who all want to do different things.
A children’s birthday party at De Drentse Koe is all about playing together and being active. Outdoors, children can let off steam on the play field, bouncy castles, zip wire and go-kart track, and visit the animal area.
Indoors, children can carry on playing in the play barns, on the laser course, at the pixel floor and on the roller skating rink.
If the weather is bad, the party can still go ahead as planned. There’s plenty of indoor play to keep children entertained. For parents, it’s convenient that everything is in one place. Children can play, eat and celebrate without complicated planning.
Outdoor play near Hardenberg
De Drentse Koe is located in Ruinerwold, in the heart of Drenthe. This makes it a convenient place to visit for families from Emmen, Heerenveen, Zwolle and the surrounding area.
Looking for an outdoor playground where children can spend the whole day playing? De Drentse Koe is a great option. There are plenty of places to play outdoors, and if the weather changes, it’s easy to head indoors and carry on playing.
Check the opening hours on the website before you visit and book in advance. That way, you’ll know exactly what to expect.
Opening hours
De Drentse Koe is open on set days throughout the year, with additional opening days during school holidays.
Always check the latest opening hours before your visit, so you can be sure De Drentse Koe is open when you arrive.
Booking and admission
For a visit to De Drentse Koe, you can easily book your tickets online or buy them at the ticket desk.
Want to know how much admission costs? Check the ticket page for the latest prices and options.
Free parking
Free parking is available in our own car park, right next to the family park..
That’s convenient when travelling from Assen with children, bags, wellies or extra clothes.
Useful things to bring
Closed-toe shoes are useful for some activities. In summer, it’s a good idea to bring a change of clothes if the children are also planning to play in the splash park or the sand and water play area.
In wet weather, wellies or clothes that can get dirty can come in handy.
De Drentse Koe is open on set days throughout the year, with additional opening days during school holidays.
Always check the latest opening hours before your visit, so you can be sure De Drentse Koe is open when you arrive.
For a visit to De Drentse Koe, you can easily book your tickets online or buy them at the ticket desk.
Want to know how much admission costs? Check the ticket page for the latest prices and options.
Free parking is available in our own car park, right next to the family park..
That’s convenient when travelling from Assen with children, bags, wellies or extra clothes.
Closed-toe shoes are useful for some activities. In summer, it’s a good idea to bring a change of clothes if the children are also planning to play in the splash park or the sand and water play area.
In wet weather, wellies or clothes that can get dirty can come in handy.
Come and enjoy outdoor play at De Drentse Koe
Fancy a day of outdoor play from Hardenberg? Come to De Drentse Koe. Children can run, ride, jump, climb, get messy and explore at our family play farm with its own ice cream. There’s plenty to do for all ages.
Check the opening hours, book your visit and come and play.
Book your ticket(s) now
Flex ticket(s)
Would you like to buy your tickets in advance, but don’t yet know when you’ll be visiting? Choose a flex ticket. You don’t need to select a date for your visit yet and can decide later when you’d like to come. This way, you can secure your tickets in advance and plan your visit for a time that suits you.
Frequently asked questions about outdoor play
Outdoors, you’ll find large playgrounds, a zip wire, pump track, go-kart track, trampolines, a water play area, an animal area and plenty more opportunities for play.
Yes. There is also plenty of space outdoors for young children to play and explore safely. Toddlers can also play in the toddler play area..
The water play area opens when the temperature reaches 20°C or higher. On warm days, children can enjoy playing with water here and cool off for a while.
Yes. With one admission ticket, you have access to the whole park. This means you can easily switch between indoor and outdoor play during your visit.
