Outdoor play near Heerenveen? Come and play at De Drentse Koe
Looking for outdoor play near Heerenveen 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 Heerenveen 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 Heerenveen, it’s an easy trip for a day out. Outdoors, you’ll find a large playground with different play areas for toddlers, younger children, older children and everyone in between. The park has a clear and practical layout. This is convenient for parents, grandparents and other accompanying adults who like to stay close by while still giving children plenty of space to play.
Here, children can play among the cows, on the play field, in the animal area 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 standard playground, nor is it a typical indoor playground. Here, children can play on a real farm, with play equipment, animals, water, sand 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 another drink while the children enjoy themselves in the play area. Toilets and places to get food and drinks, including the restaurant, are close by.
Children can ride pedal go-karts around the play field. 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
Children can drive around the go-kart track, practise steering and burn off some energy.
- Next to the animal area
- 4 to 12 years old
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All year round
The pump track is all about speed, balance and keeping active. Older children often enjoy it because it offers a little more 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
The bouncy castles offer plenty of fun. Children can jump, climb and burn off some energy here.
- Play field
- Ages 3 to 12
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All year round
Just get moving, give it a go, have a laugh and try again on the trampolines.
- 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
In the large sand and water play area, children can dig, build, get messy and explore. It’s often a favourite spot for younger children. A little sand on their shoes comes with the territory.
- Play field
- 2 to 10 years
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All year round
At the animal area, children can take their time watching the animals. The animal area is outdoors and can be visited all year round. It’s a nice change of pace between active play and quiet exploration.
- Animal area
- All ages
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All year round
Farmer’s billiards is a fun activity to enjoy with children, parents or grandparents. It’s a relaxed outdoor activity that fits nicely between other play activities.
- 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
You can enter the maize maze from mid-July to the end of October. Children can follow different routes, search, explore and find their way back out. Wellies are available, as the field can sometimes be wet or muddy.
- In het veld
- All ages
- Half juli tot eind oktober
- Seasonal / Wellies available
Children can play with water, cool off and keep active. The splash park is especially enjoyable on warm days.
- 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 toddlers and younger children, while older children will also find plenty to enjoy. From pedal tractors and sand play to the pump track and zip wire.
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 Heerenveen.
A large playground for different age groups
Not every child likes to play in the same way. One child might want to climb and scramble, while another would rather ride, jump or quietly play in the sand. That’s why De Drentse Koe has different play areas.
For toddlers, there are quieter places to play and explore. Older children can find more action on the go-kart track, pump track, trampolines or zip wire.
This means there’s something to enjoy for children of different ages, even when you’re visiting with several children who don’t all want to do the same thing.
Indoor play in the indoor play area
The weather in the Netherlands can be unpredictable. Even if you leave Heerenveen in good weather, the weather can change later in the day.
That’s why it’s useful that De Drentse Koe offers play both indoors and outdoors. When the weather is good, children can play outside. When the weather is bad, they can head indoors.
In the indoor play area, children can continue exploring. That way, you don’t have to cancel your day out if it rains.
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 Heerenveen
De Drentse Koe is located in Ruinerwold, in the heart of Drenthe. This makes it a convenient place to visit for families from Heerenveen, elsewhere in Friesland and the surrounding area.
Coming from Coevorden, Assen or Kampen? Take a look at the page for your 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.
Food and drinks
Food and drinks are available on site. Parents can have a drink, children can take a break, and you can enjoy something tasty together.
That’s convenient if you want to stay longer and make a full day of it.
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.
Food and drinks are available on site. Parents can have a drink, children can take a break, and you can enjoy something tasty together.
That’s convenient if you want to stay longer and make a full day of it.
Come and enjoy outdoor play at De Drentse Koe
Fancy a day of outdoor play from Heerenveen? 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 know yet when you’ll be visiting? Then choose a Flex ticket. You don’t need to select a visit date yet, and you can decide later when you’d like to visit. This way, you can secure your tickets in advance and plan your visit whenever it 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.
