Bad Hoophuizen

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Enjoy the Veluwe Lake during a vacation at EuroParcs Bad Hoophuizen

Discover the ultimate vacation feeling at EuroParcs Bad Hoophuizen, located between the Veluwe Lake and the Veluwe countryside. For water sports enthusiasts, it's a paradise with countless opportunities for swimming, surfing and boating, complete with moorings and a water sports center. Looking for adrenaline? Walibi is just a half-hour drive away. Nature lovers will enjoy hiking and biking in the Veluwe, rich with heathlands, forests and wildlife.

  • On the Veluwe Lake
  • Indoor pool
  • Wellness Center
  • Bike rental
  • Playgrounds
  • Sports Fields
  • Minimarket
  • Free wifi
  • Skelter Rental
  • Canoe and boat rentals
  • Watersports
  • Sandy beach
  • Catering establishments
  • Animation
  • At Walibi

Facilities and activities at Bad Hoophuizen

(Sports) activities

  • Boat rental
  • Bicycle rental
  • Canoe / kayak rental
  • Motor boat rental
  • SUP board rental
  • Sports field
  • Fishing pond
  • Volley ball court
  • Pedal boat rental
  • Sand beach

Activities in the area

  • Theme park (<20 KM / 9.3 MILES)
  • Cycling
  • Golf course (<20 KM / 9.3 MILES)
  • Canoeing
  • Museums (<10 KM / 6.2 MILES)
  • Nature park (<5 KM / 3.1 MILES)
  • Picturesque villages
  • Fishing
  • Walking
  • Tennis
  • Zoo (<20 KM / 9.3 MILES)

Kids and teenagers

  • Entertainment
  • Kids club
  • Playground (outdoor)
  • Go-kart-rental

Location

  • By the water

Park facilities

  • Reception
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi in public area (free)
  • Shop
  • Free parking nearby or at the park

Spoken language

  • Dutch
  • German
  • English

Swimming pool

  • Swimming cap not required
  • Indoor pool
  • Paddling pool
  • Near a lake

Wellness

  • Sauna
  • Steam cabin

Food & Beverage

  • Takeaway meals
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant

Holiday park

  • Europarcs
Bad Hoophuizen

Surroundings

Lakeside Park - EuroParcs Bad Hoophuizen - Hulshorst, Gelderland, Netherlands
Roller coaster looping high in a holiday park that offers glamping, with excited riders and clear blue sky.
Lakefront jetty - EuroParcs Bad Hoophuizen - Hulshorst, Gelderland, Netherlands

Nearby villages

Nunspeet, Vierhouten and Elburg are must-visit destinations when you stay at this glamping on Veluwe Lake. Nunspeet is a nature lover's paradise, ideal for biking and hiking in vast forests and heathlands. Vierhouten, the culinary heart of the Veluwe, attracts foodies, especially during the annual Wild Days in October. Taste authentic Dutch game dishes here in an atmospheric setting. Elburg offers a dip into history with its ancient city walls, picturesque harbor and fishing museum. Stroll through centuries-old streets and discover maritime history in a charming setting. Whether you're looking for nature, culinary delights or history, these places have something for everyone and are perfect for day trips.

SUP on the lake - EuroParcs Bad Hoophuizen - Hulshorst, Gelderland, Netherlands
Walking in the woods - EuroParcs Bad Hoophuizen - Hulshorst, Gelderland, Netherlands

A day full of adrenaline

Walibi Holland, just a half-hour drive from this glamping in Gelderland, is one of the largest amusement parks in the Netherlands. With more than 30 attractions, including dizzying roller coasters like the Goliath and the Condor, the park offers adventure for young and old alike. From adrenaline-pumping rides to family-friendly activities, Walibi Holland is a perfect day out for thrill-seekers and families. Also, don't miss special events like Halloween Fright Nights!


Active at the Veluwe Lake

Lake Veluwe is a unique destination that perfectly combines nature and activity. Water sports enthusiasts can indulge in activities such as sailing, swimming and canoeing. On the shores of the lake you will find several moorings, and at EuroParcs Bad Hoophuizen there is a water sports center where you can rent equipment or take lessons. Take a boat trip on the lake, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Veluwe and the surrounding countryside. For nature lovers, the Veluwe Lake offers rich biodiversity. It is a popular spot for bird watchers, with a variety of water birds using the area as a resting or nesting place. The surrounding areas, rich in forests and moorlands, are perfect for hiking and biking.

The Hidden Village

Just over a 30-minute drive away is The Hidden Village, an impressive historic site from World War II. It was a secret hiding village where Jews, resistance fighters and others hid. Today you can visit the well-preserved hideouts and the informative visitor center. It offers a moving and educational insight into the resistance and the spirit of survival during this dark period. An educational outing for anyone interested in history.

Practical information

ground plan

Bad Hoophuizen scored with a 8

294 reviews

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Summary created out of 294 reviews

EuroParcs Bad Hoophuizen is beautifully located on the Veluwemeer and is praised for its peaceful setting and direct waterfront access. Guests appreciate the spacious layout of the park, the friendly atmosphere, and the many opportunities for water sports and cycling in the nature-rich surroundings. The swimming pool and beach with play facilities are often mentioned positively, as are the helpful staff at reception. Unfortunately, there are notably many complaints about the cleanliness of the accommodations, particularly dirty terraces, spider webs, and insufficient final cleaning. Staff also receive mixed reviews, with some guests experiencing inadequate service or slow responses to complaints.

  • 25 Sep 2026

    Beautiful park, but our vacation home Zuiderzee 11 was unfortunately disappointing
    We stayed there in September.
    First of all, we’d like to emphasize that we really liked the park overall. The grounds are very beautiful and well-maintained, the beach is great, and the on-site service was friendly and good. We would therefore generally like … to come back.
    Unfortunately, however, our vacation home Zuiderzee 11 was a major disappointment.
    Upon our arrival, we were told that the house had been cleaned and was ready for us to move in. However, when we entered the house, we were very negatively surprised. We have a different understanding of what a thorough cleaning entails. Overall, the house is clearly showing its age and had its own musty, moldy smell.
    The following issues stood out to us in particular:
    • There were clear signs of moisture on the exterior walls.
    • There was mold growth around the shower tray.
    • The couch was severely sagging.
    • The seats of several chairs were damaged.
    • The dining table was much too large for the room, making it impossible to sit comfortably at it.
    • There were dust bunnies and cobwebs under the beds and in the corners.
    • The baseboards were frayed and had noticeable dirt marks along the top.
    • The range hood didn’t work.
    We also weren’t impressed with the location or layout of the outdoor area of our house. The garden and the panoramic window in the living room faced directly onto a very busy street. Furthermore, unlike many other houses in the park, the patio area was not fenced in. This resulted in a significant lack of privacy. In addition, dogs sometimes used the open lawn as a restroom.
    We documented all the defects we found with photographs. In our opinion, we actually left the house cleaner upon departure than we found it upon arrival.
    Our conclusion
    We really liked the park itself and would generally love to come back. However, we would not book the Zuiderzee 11 vacation home again.

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    Schöner Park, aber unser Ferienhaus Zuiderzee 11 leider enttäuschend
    Wir waren im September zu Gast.
    Zunächst möchten wir ausdrücklich sagen, dass uns der Park insgesamt sehr gut gefallen hat. Die Anlage ist sehr schön und gepflegt, der Strand ist großartig und auch der Service vor Ort war freundlich und gut. Wir würden daher grundsätzlich gerne wiederkommen.
    Leider war unser Ferienhaus Zuiderzee 11 jedoch eine große Enttäuschung.
    Bei unserer Ankunft wurde uns mitgeteilt, dass das Haus gereinigt und bezugsfertig sei. Beim Betreten des Hauses waren wir allerdings sehr negativ überrascht. Unter einer gründlichen Reinigung verstehen wir etwas anderes. Das Haus ist insgesamt deutlich in die Jahre gekommen und hatte einen eigenen, muffig-modrigen Geruch.
    Besonders aufgefallen sind uns folgende Punkte:
    • An den Außenwänden waren deutliche Feuchtigkeitsspuren erkennbar.
    • Im Bereich der Duschwanne war Schimmelbildung vorhanden.
    • Die Couch war stark durchgesessen.
    • Bei mehreren Stühlen waren die Sitzflächen beschädigt.
    • Der Esstisch war für den Raum viel zu groß, sodass man nicht vernünftig daran sitzen konnte.
    • Unter den Betten und in den Ecken befanden sich Staubfäden und Spinnweben.
    • Die Fußleisten waren ausgefranst und wiesen oben deutliche Schmutzränder auf.
    • Die Dunstabzugshaube funktionierte nicht.
    Auch die Lage bzw. Gestaltung des Außenbereichs unseres Hauses hat uns nicht überzeugt. Der Garten und das Panoramafenster des Wohnzimmers lagen direkt zu einer sehr belebten Straße. Zudem war der Terrassenbereich – anders als bei vielen anderen Häusern im Park – nicht eingezäunt. Dadurch fehlte es deutlich an Privatsphäre. Außerdem kam es vor, dass Hunde die offene Wiese als Toilette nutzten.
    Wir haben sämtliche festgestellten Mängel fotografisch dokumentiert. Nach unserem Eindruck haben wir das Haus bei der Abreise sogar sauberer hinterlassen, als wir es bei unserer Ankunft vorgefunden haben.
    Unser Fazit
    Der Park selbst hat uns sehr gut gefallen und wir würden grundsätzlich gerne wiederkommen. Das Ferienhaus Zuiderzee 11 würden wir allerdings nicht noch einmal buchen.

    Review from Google
  • 24 Sep 2026

    A large park with a wide variety of accommodations near a small "beach." The location itself isn't really that exciting. You have to travel a bit to reach nice places to visit, such as Utrecht or Amsterdam.

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    Großer Park mit zahlreichen, verschiedenartigen Unterkünften an einem kleinen "Strand". Der Standort an sich ist nicht wirklich spannend. Man muss schon etwas reisen, für schöne Ausflugsziele, wie z. B. Utrecht oder Amsterdam.

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  • 22 Sep 2026

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  • 21 Sep 2026

    Unfortunately, our experience was very mixed.
    On the positive side:
    — the beach is very beautiful, as is the playground
    — our house had a rooftop terrace with a gorgeous view of the lake and a stunning sunset

    We stayed in a “Cube Elite 6” house with three adults, a toddler, and a baby. How this house is supposed to accommodate 6 … adults is a mystery to me. Especially since, although there are two small shower rooms, there’s only one toilet. The sleeping areas were very cramped and really only suitable for sleeping. Unfortunately, the house wasn’t air-conditioned. We were there during the last week of August, and while daytime temperatures didn’t exceed 23 degrees, the large windows made it unbearably hot inside the house, especially in the evenings. As a result, the sleeping area under the roof was practically unusable, as the temperature there soared to 28 degrees. It’s certainly unbearable in the height of summer.

    Fortunately, we had four days of good weather during our one-week stay and were able to enjoy the beach. When the weather turned, however, we had to look for activities outside the resort. The indoor pool was closed for the entire duration of our stay due to a technical malfunction. We weren’t informed of this by the front desk upon arrival. There really isn’t anything to do at the resort when the weather is bad, and the cottages are simply too expensive for that. On top of that, the restaurant was closed most of the time and could only be visited with a reservation. Since there was no snack bar available—or it wasn’t open—we had to either cook all our own meals or go out to eat. Due to the park’s location, this was unfortunately only possible by car.

    All in all, the value for money wasn’t right for us, and we wouldn’t come back.

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    Unsere Erfahrung war leider sehr gemischt.
    Positiv hervorzuheben:
    -der Strand ist sehr schön wie auch der Spielplatz
    - unser Haus hatte eine Dachterrasse mit wunderschönem Blick zum See mit herrlichem Sonnenuntergang

    Wir hatten ein cube elite 6 Haus und waren 3 erwachsene, ein Kleinkind und ein baby. Wie in dem Haus 6 erwachsene Unterkommen sollen ist mir ein Rätsel. Vor allem da es zwar zwei kleine Duschbäder aber nur eine Toilette gibt. Die Schlafbereiche waren sehr eng und wirklich nur zum Schlafen geeignet. Das Haus war leider nicht klimatisiert. Wir waren in der letzen August Woche da und hatten nicht über 23 Grad tagsüber, durch die großen Fensterflächen war es jedoch vor allem abends unerträglich warm in dem Haus. Der Schlafbereich unter dem Dach war dadurch kaum nutzbar, da es hier auf 28 Grad hochheizte. Im Hochsommer ist es sicherlich nicht auszuhalten.

    Wir hatten zum Glück während unseres einwöchigen Aufenthalts 4 Tage gutes Wetter und konnten den strand nutzen. Als das Wetter umgeschlagen ist, mussten wir uns jedoch Aktivitäten außerhalb der Anlage suchen. Die komplette Zeit unseres Aufenthalts war der Innenpool wegen technische Störung geschlossen. Darauf wurden wir bei Ankunft von der Rezeption nicht hingewiesen. Es gibt bei schlechtem Wetter tatsächlich nichts das man auf der Anlage tun kann und dafür sind die Häuser dann doch zu teuer. Dazu kommt, dass das Restaurant die meiste Zeit geschlossen hatte und wenn nur mit Reservierung besucht werden konnte. Da auch kein Imbiss vorhanden bzw nicht geöffnet war, musste man sich entweder komplett selbst bekochen oder außerhalb der Anlage essen gehen. Durch die Lage des Parks war das leider nur mit Auto möglich.

    Alles in allem hat für uns das Preis/Leistungsverhältnis nicht gestimmt und wir würden nicht wieder kommen.

    Review from Google
  • 17 Sep 2026

    These are houses you can rent

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    Es sind Häuser, die man mieten kann

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  • 16 Sep 2026

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Frequently asked questions about Bad Hoophuizen

  1. Does EuroParcs Bad Hoophuizen have a swimming pool?

    Yes, there is an indoor pool with paddling pool available.

  2. What activities are there to do at EuroParcs Bad Hoophuizen?

    EuroParcs Bad Hoophuizen is located on the Veluwemeer, where you can swim, sail but also canoe. There are also playgrounds, sports fields and an entertainment program.

  3. What activities are there to do in the vicinity of EuroParcs Bad Hoophuizen?

    Enjoy water sports at the Veluwe Lake or take beautiful walks and bike rides through the area. Visit quaint villages and enjoy nature. Fancy some adrenaline? Walibi is less than a half-hour drive away.

  4. Is smoking allowed in the accommodations?

    No, the accommodations are smoke-free.

  5. Are dogs allowed at the resort?

    Yes, dogs are welcome. However, they must be leashed at all times in the park, and dogs are not allowed on the beach.

  6. How do I use the wellness area at the vacation park?

    At the reception or via the EuroParcs app, you can rent the wellness area.

  7. Is barbecuing allowed?

    Electric barbecue and gas barbecue are allowed at the vacation park. Barbecuing on coal is not allowed.

  8. What are the check-in and check-out times for Bad Hoophuizen?
    The check-in at Bad Hoophuizen starts at 16:00. The checkout should be done before 10:00.
  9. Is Bad Hoophuizen open all year round?
    Yes, Bad Hoophuizen is open all year round.
  10. Is there a restaurant at Bad Hoophuizen?
    Yes there's a restaurant at Bad Hoophuizen. Besides that the park offers some takeaway meals and a snack bar.
  11. Is there a wifi at Bad Hoophuizen?
    The park offers free wifi in the shared space(s).
  12. Is there a camping store at Bad Hoophuizen?
    Yes, at Bad Hoophuizen you'll find a shop.
  13. Is there an entertainment team at Bad Hoophuizen?
    Yes there's entertainment at Bad Hoophuizen.
  14. Is there a bike rental facility at Bad Hoophuizen?
    Yes, at Bad Hoophuizen you'll find a bicycle rental.
  15. Is fishing allowed at Bad Hoophuizen?
    Yes, at Bad Hoophuizen you'll find a fishing pond.

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