Bospark De Schaapskooi

Epe is within cycling distance of the park and has a compact center with shops, a weekly market, and a number of eateries. Pull up a chair on the terrace at one of the cafés on Marktplein while the village goes about its business around you. The Saturday market attracts local vendors with vegetables, cheese, and other regional products. After the market, you can walk straight into the surrounding forests via the walking paths that start directly from the village.

About half an hour's drive from Bospark De Schaapskooi lies the Kröller-Müller Museum, in the middle of De Hoge Veluwe National Park. Here you can admire one of the largest Van Gogh collections in the world, alongside works by, among others, Mondriaan, Seurat and Picasso. The sculpture park with sculptures by international artists is also well worth a visit. Combine your museum visit with an exploration of the national park, where you can use the iconic white bicycles for free. Cycle past vast heathlands, forests and drifting sands and enjoy the peace and nature along the way. The combination of world-famous art, unique architecture and the varied Veluwe landscape makes this one of the most beautiful day trips in the region.

At 23 km from Bospark De Schaapskooi lies Apenheul, a unique wildlife park where hundreds of monkeys live in a wooded environment. Unlike in a traditional zoo, several species of monkeys roam freely here, allowing you to admire the animals up close. Along the walking route, you will discover gorillas, chimpanzees, orangutans and many other monkey species as you stroll through the green park. Along the way, you will learn more about their behavior, habitat, and the nature conservation projects that Apenheul supports. Thanks to the combination of nature, education, and special encounters, this is a fun and educational outing for young and old alike. Expect a relaxed visit of about two to three hours.