Van der Valk Hotel Spier Dwingeloo

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Van der Valk Hotel Spier Dwingeloo is a large and luxurious hotel with spacious, comfortable rooms, modern suites, and large halls suitable for various purposes.

Guests can make use of the indoor swimming pool with views over the Dwingelderveld. In addition, a Finnish sauna, a steam bath, and a fitness room are available.

In the atmospheric lounge, you can enjoy an extensive lunch, while the à la carte restaurant offers the opportunity for an enjoyable dinner. The breakfast buffet is served daily from 7:00 AM, the kitchen opens for lunch at 12:00 PM, and in the evening you can enjoy dinner in the modern and inviting restaurant. For children, there is a special Timo Toucan menu and a children’s program, ensuring they also have a great time.

The hotel is located directly next to Dwingelderveld National Park, with numerous walking and cycling routes starting right at the doorstep. In addition, the hotel is within a 30-minute drive of Assen and just 10 minutes from Hoogeveen, ideal for a day of shopping.

5 things to do in the Dwingeloo area

1. Dwingelderveld National Park
Van der Valk Hotel Spier Dwingeloo is located next to the beautiful Dwingelderveld National Park, the largest wet heathland area in Western Europe. You can enjoy scenic walks through heath, forest, and fens. In the middle of the park stands a radio telescope more than fifty years old, rising above the trees. The park covers 37 km², large enough to enjoy for an entire day.

2. Orvelte Museum Village
Orvelte is an open-air museum and museum village with monumental farmhouses and authentic streets. The village offers a unique insight into 19th-century life in Drenthe. Visit the sheepfolds, the Iron Age farmhouse, and the Orvelte Gate. It is an engaging experience for both young and old.

3. Shopping in Hoogeveen and Assen
The cities of Hoogeveen and Assen offer plenty of shopping opportunities, from major fashion brands to cozy boutiques and specialty shops. There are also various restaurants and cafés where you can enjoy food and drinks. Both cities are ideal for a relaxed day of shopping.

4. Sprookjeshof Zuidlaren
Sprookjeshof Zuidlaren is a family play park featuring an indoor play castle, a large outdoor playground, a fairytale forest, and a pancake restaurant. The park is ideal for families with young children and is open in both summer and winter.

5. Wildlands Adventure Zoo Emmen
Wildlands Adventure Zoo in Emmen is a large zoo with three themed areas: jungle, savannah, and polar region. Cruise through the jungle, hop into a safari truck, and admire polar bears, penguins, and sea lions in the polar area. Depending on your pace, you can spend anywhere from half a day to a full day here.

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