Out and about together, riding for hours through vast heathlands, quiet woods and picturesque sandy paths… South-West Drenthe is a dream destination for every horse lover. With hundreds of kilometres of bridleways through, amongst other places, the Dwingelderveld National Park and the Drents-Friese Wold, you can enjoy nature to the full here.
Make your adventure complete and stay overnight with your horse. From charming campsites to welcoming accommodation with excellent equestrian facilities: we’ve listed five special places for you.
1. Landleven Hotel Villa Nova | Zorgvlied
Do you want to set off with your horse without a care in the world? Then Landleven Hotel Villa Nova in Zorgvlied, on the edge of the Drents-Friese Wold National Park, is the perfect place for you. From the hotel, you can ride straight onto the extensive bridleways for a delightful trail ride through woods, heathland and shifting sands.
Whilst you enjoy a comfortable stay, your horse will also be well looked after. The adjacent horse hotel features spacious stables, access to pasture, an outdoor riding arena and all the facilities you need for a relaxing equestrian holiday.
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2. De Perenhoeve | Ruinerwold
At De Perenhoeve, you’ll stay in a truly special place: a charming silo with views over the vast meadows. The unique apartments combine country living with every comfort, allowing you to relax completely after a day in the saddle.
Your horse is also very welcome. De Perenhoeve has spacious stables, large paddocks and an indoor riding arena. What’s more, the bridleways of Dwingelderveld National Park and the Drents-Friese Wold are within easy reach. An ideal base for a relaxing riding holiday in South-West Drenthe.
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3. Le Pays De Cocagne | Koekange
At Le Pays de Cocagne, you can enjoy country life in a charming holiday flat on a traditional farm. Here you can truly unwind, whilst your horse can simply come on holiday with you.
For your horse, there are spacious stables, an indoor riding arena, paddocks, pastures and even a Vitafloor for extra relaxation. From the farm, you can easily ride to the bridleways of the Ruinen Forest or take the trailer to the Reestdal, Dwingelderveld National Park or the Drents-Friese Wold. A lovely base for riders who want to combine nature, comfort and excellent equestrian facilities.
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4. Park Drentheland | Zorgvlied
At Park Drentheland, you and your horse can enjoy a relaxing holiday surrounded by nature. Whether you choose a camping pitch, a hiker’s cabin or a comfortable holiday home, you can ride straight onto the bridleways of the Drents-Friese Wold National Park from the park itself.
Everything is also taken care of down to the last detail for your horse. With luxury stables, an outdoor riding arena, a horse walker, a horse shower and access to pasture, nothing is lacking. Thanks to the hundreds of kilometres of signposted bridleways, Park Drentheland is the ideal base for a multi-day riding holiday in South-West Drenthe.
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5. Hoeve Heide & Wold Holiday Farm | Wateren
Do you dream of waking up to a view of your horse? At Hoeve Heide & Wold in Wateren, you can. This charming holiday farm is situated in the heart of the Drents-Friese Wold National Park, right next to the bridleways. From the farmyard, you can ride straight out into the countryside, past heathland, woods and sand drifts.
Your horse will stay in a modern stable or spacious paddock, and there are plenty of facilities on the premises, such as a riding arena and washing area. Particularly special are the guided trail rides, groundwork lessons and horse coaching that you can book here. An ideal spot for riders who like to combine their holiday with relaxation and quality time with their horse.
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