The visitor centre Dwingelderveld is located at the gateway to the National Park. It is located on the south-west side, just outside the cosy village of Ruinen.
The visitor centre houses a permanent exhibition with information on the origins and management of the valuable moorland landscape. There are also frequently changing exhibitions, making it interesting to visit more often. You can also easily explore the Dwingelderveld and the Ruinen sheep flock from the visitor centre.
The visitor centre also has a butterfly and herb garden an apiary and a bee hotel, staff and volunteers are happy to give you information about the types of animals there.
Furthermore, near the visitor centre is a beautiful piece of nature where children can play. Not only children, but also adults can have a great time there.
You can find water opp...
The visitor centre Dwingelderveld is located at the gateway to the National Park. It is located on the south-west side, just outside the cosy village of Ruinen.
The visitor centre houses a permanent exhibition with information on the origins and management of the valuable moorland landscape. There are also frequently changing exhibitions, making it interesting to visit more often. You can also easily explore the Dwingelderveld and the Ruinen sheep flock from the visitor centre.
The visitor centre also has a butterfly and herb garden an apiary and a bee hotel, staff and volunteers are happy to give you information about the types of animals there.
Furthermore, near the visitor centre is a beautiful piece of nature where children can play. Not only children, but also adults can have a great time there.
You can pump water with the water pump, wander through the willow hut village and see the underwater world in the fen. And if you like it, you can also buy a fun OERRR treasure hunt and open the OERRR treasure chest. In short, there is plenty to do!