Where land turns into water

Welcome to De Veenhoop

On the southern edge of the National Park lies De Veenhoop, a village that embraces the wilderness. Here you encounter water, reeds and wide views.

Routes from De Veenhoop

16.4km
Walking
Garyp - De Veenhoop | Bonifatius Kloosterpad - etappe 3
33.7km
Cycling
Het mooie van De Veenhoop - Drachten
12km
Cycling
Jan Durks route
74.5km
Cycling
Fietsrondje De Veenhoop -Beetsterzwaag - Drachten
Walking
Veerpont Grietman-Eco

Discover De Veenhoop

Sights

De Grietman ferry

Sights

De Polle Eten en Drinken

Sights

De Veenhoop sailing school

Sights

Echopperz De Veenhoop

Local businesses in De Veenhoop

Frequently asked questions about De Veenhoop

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De Veenhoop is a small, quiet village on the edge of De Alde Feanen National Park. Here you can mainly enjoy nature, boating, cycling and walking. It is an ideal place for anyone who wants to avoid the crowds and experience the Frisian landscape in peace.

Yes, De Veenhoop is an excellent place for boating or canoeing. You have direct access to quiet waterways that connect to De Alde Feanen, making it a perfect location for a relaxing trip through nature.

Yes, in and around De Veenhoop you can stay by the water, for example at campsites, B&Bs or holiday homes. Many accommodations are located directly on boating and cycling routes towards De Alde Feanen.

De Veenhoop is known as a quiet destination. Compared to larger villages in the region it is less busy here, even in high season. That makes it an ideal place for nature lovers and anyone looking for peace and quiet.

De Veenhoop has a limited number of places to eat and drink, often small-scale and located on the water. For more choice, you can head to nearby places such as Grou or Earnewâld.