Surroundings Bospark De Schaapskooi

The Cannenburch castle, built in the Middle Ages, is situated in a beautiful old park with meadows and ponds. You can visit the castle and stroll around or go biking in the surrounding area.

There is no zoo in the world like Apenheul. Apenheul harbours over thirty species of primates, many of them ranging freely among the visitors. Others live on large islands where you can observe them happily going about their business. Just like in their natural habitat, the monkeys and apes are constantly discovering new things. This can lead to special encounters, which you will not easily forget.

In the Kröller-Müller Museum all beauty is combined. The unique combination of art, nature and architecture guarantees a special experience that tickles all of your senses. It will feel like paradise for art lovers and unbiased novices. With over 300,000 visitors each year, the Kröller-Müller Museum is among the most visited museums of The Netherlands. The collection also attracts a lot of international visitors. Loaned masterpieces are seen by millions worldwide.

Play in the warm and dry Binnenspeeltuin Heggies Speelschuur. Plenty of playing fun ,regardless of the weather in this indoor playground. Sliding on the slide, crawl in the ball pit, do some tobogganing and climb and run throughout the funhouse. Free entrance for parents. An inexpensive day out for families with young children.

Near the hamlet of Zuuk, you will find the Museum Farm Hagedoorns Plaatse; a Saxon farm, established in 1715. The farmhouse is set up in such a way, that it looks as if the family that lived and worked here around 1900, has just gone out for a few hours. During the tour, done by volunteers, you will get an impression of how the farming family lived around 1900!

On the Veluwe, in the small village of Emst, you will find trout farm ’t Smallert. A park where all members of the family can enjoy many things! ‘t Smallert offers a wide range of possibilities like, for instance a nice day out, children’s parties, office parties, birthdays and family reunions. This park consists of a trout farm, fishing ponds, candle manufactory and a restaurant with a lovely terrace. Apart from day recreation, we also have possibilities for celebrations and parties. As well as fishing, making candles, tours, barbecues, buffets and lunches to name just a few.

What is milk, and what do we make of milk? At the Dairy Museum (Zuivelmuseum) in Wapenveld, you'll depart on a journey of discovery into the world of milk. Discover the history of milk, visit the old-fashioned stables and learn all about current developments.

Tip: in the museum café, you can taste the traditional farm-style ice cream made by ice cream farm De Schellenberg. Delicious!

Are you staying at Bospark De Schaapskooi? On presentation of your key card, you will get €1 discount on the entrance fee.

On the edge of Natural Park Veluwe, you will find the biggest family amusement park of the Veluwe, Julianatoren. This park is home to Jul the mouse and his friends. The Juliana Tower is a pleasant, safe and organised amusement park with over 60 fantastic attractions. It offers a great day out for families with children from 2 up to 12 years old.

The steam train rides of the VSC are made even more enjoyable with a pancake lunch! Every last Sunday of the month, a historic carriage is attached, where chefs get right to work especially for you. This allows you to enjoy delicious pancakes while viewing the diverse landscapes. Please make sure to place a reservation.

De Zwaluwhoeve has recently been refurbished and that means even more space and tranquillity for great relaxation. You can enjoy the various saunas and other wellness facilities, or also receive a refreshing beauty treatment or a relaxing massage. And of course, a great Wellness Day wouldn’t be complete without a snack or a drink. That’s why de Zwaluwhoeve has no fewer than four different restaurants where you can drop by at any time of day for various specialities.

Experience an unforgettable day at Sport- en Belevingscentrum De Scheg in Deventer, offering a water park, play paradise, kart-circuit, indoor ice-skating rink, several sports halls, squash courts and much more… Enjoy a full day out with family and friends!

Aviation theme park Aviodrome tells the fascinating story of Dutch aviation by way of a unique adventure. Get on board a mega-sized Boeing 747 or the flight simulator and learn how to signal in Morse code. Children will learn, in a playful manner, about airport baggage handling and will feel like real pilots during the pilot training. A day full of aircraft buzz for the young and old!