De Scherpenhof: The ideal holiday destination for nature and water sports enthusiasts
Stay at Holiday Resort and Marina De Scherpenhof and relax in the green surroundings by the IJssel River. Unwind by the recreational lake and take part in various water sports activities. Children can have fun in the indoor and outdoor playgrounds, take a dip in the swimming pools, and end the day at one of the cafes in the park. The Hoge Veluwe National Park is also nearby, making it a great location for hiking and cycling trips.
- Indoor and outdoor swimming pool
- Indoor play paradise
- Water sports opportunities
- Located on a marina
- Playgrounds
- Water sports activities and equipment rental in summer
- Convenience store
- On the IJssel
- Bowling alley
- Catering establishments
- Tennis courts
- Kids club
- Bicycle rental and E-chopper rental
- Recreational lake with beach
- At Children's Amusement Park Julianatoren
Facilities and activities at De Scherpenhof
(Sports) activities
- Bowling alley
- E-bike rental
- Bicycle rental
- Canoe / kayak rental
- SUP board rental
- Sports field
- Ping pong table
- Tennis court
- Fishing pond
- Soccer field
- Sand beach
Activities in the area
- Theme park (<20 KM / 9.3 MILES)
- Cycling
- Golf course (<20 KM / 9.3 MILES)
- Canoeing
- Treetop adventure park
- Nature park (<20 KM / 9.3 MILES)
- Picturesque villages
- Fishing
- Walking
- Tennis
- Zoo (<20 KM / 9.3 MILES)
- National park (<30 KM / 12.4 MILES)
Kids and teenagers
- Entertainment
- Game room
- Mini disco
- Kids club
- Playground (both)
- Bouncy castle
- Contests for kids
Location
- Near a city
- By the water
Park facilities
- Reception
- Dog-walking area
- Open all year
- Supermarket
- WiFi in public area (free)
- Shop
- Free parking nearby or at the park
Spoken language
- Dutch
Swimming pool
- Swimming cap not required
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor pool
- Paddling pool
Food & Beverage
- Bakery
- Bar
- Takeaway meals
- Snack bar
- Restaurant
Photo's and video's of De Scherpenhof
Surroundings



Discover Hoge Veluwe National Park
Truly unwind by visiting Hoge Veluwe National Park. After just over a 30-minute drive from the glamping site by the IJssel River, you'll find yourself in this amazing natural area. Follow the various hiking and biking trails through the park, spot wildlife, and enjoy the diverse landscape. Heathlands alternate with forests and grass plains. It's a feast for the eyes! You'll also find the Kröller-Müller Museum within the park. Take a stroll through the sculpture garden, admire various works by Vincent van Gogh, and relish the combination of art and nature. Rent a bike in the park and explore the Dutch countryside.


Visit the City Triangle
Holiday Resort De Scherpenhof is a centrally located glamping site within the city triangle of Deventer, Apeldoorn, and Zutphen. Within a half-hour bike ride along the water, you can reach Deventer, or take a car trip to Apeldoorn and Zutphen. All three cities are great for a day out. Wander through the streets, find a cozy terrace, and then return to the peacefulness of the glamping site in Gelderland.
Water activities at this glamping site by the IJssel River
With its location by the IJssel River, De Scherpenhof glamping site is the ideal destination for water sports enthusiasts. There's a marina, so if you have your own boat, you can come by water. In the summer, water activities are also organized at the glamping site, or you can venture out on your own. Rent a canoe, go paddleboarding, or how about an afternoon of windsurfing? It's all possible!
A family day out
There are plenty of things to do with the whole family around the glamping site in Gelderland. How about a visit to Apenheul? After a 25-minute drive, you'll come face to face with adorable monkeys, and who knows, one might even jump on your shoulder. For a bit more action, take a trip to Kinderpretpark Julianatoren. Here you'll find over 60 attractions for children up to 10 years old, all within a half-hour drive. Another option is Gezinspark 't Smallert, where you can go climbing, canoeing, play in the playgrounds, and more. After such an active day, you can relax once again in your safari tent at the glamping site!
Practical information
- Check-in: 15:00, check-out: -10:00
- Opened from 1 January until 31 December
- WiFi in public area (free)
- Free parking nearby or at the park
- cancellation conditions
Scored with a 7.9
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27 Oct 2025
The campsite is barely passable with a camper due to potholes and bumps. Our pitch was on the fish island. Unfortunately very sloping and far away from the power box! The construction of the power distributors should urgently be adapted to standards!!! The swimming lake and fishing lake is quite dirty and full of algae and garbage (swimming trunks, T-shirts, plastic). In general, this campsite is very outdated and dirty. Checking in already made us suspicious. The same applies to the toilet blocks. No soap, own toilet paper and shower tokens. We left the same day and didn't want to stay here overnight. 1 star for the nice security man who let us out of the barrier after closing time. The internet presentation is unfortunately far too good and deceives the customer.
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Der Campingplatz ist mit dem Camper aufgrund von Schlaglöchern und Unebenheiten kaum befahrbar. Unser Stellplatz lag auf der Fischinsel. Leider sehr schräg und weit weg vom Stromkasten! Die Konstruktion der Stromverteiler sollte dringend an Standards angepasst werden!!! Der Schwimmsee und auch gleichzeitig Angelsee ist zielich dreckig und voll mit Algen und Müll (Badehosen, Tshirts, Plastik). Im Allgemeinen ist dieser Campingplatz sehr in die Jahre gekommen und dreckig. Bereits das Einchecken hat uns stutzig gemacht. Das gleiche gilt auch für die Toiletten Häuser. Keine Seife, eigenes Klopapier und Duschmarken. Wir sind Taggleich wieder abgereist und wollten hier nicht übernachten. 1 Stern gibt es für den netten Security Mann, der uns nach Dienstschluss noch aus der Schranke gelassen hat. Der Internet Auftritt ist leider viel zu gut und täuscht den Kunden.
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25 Oct 2025
Booked a 10 person bungalow here, on arrival it was nothing more than a 'section' within a vague collective building. Inside it was just a dirty mess, the fridge, extractor, ventilation, floors and bathrooms were too filthy to handle. The doors to the lawn were weathered to the point that when the door was 'closed' you could see out through it. 5 bedrooms, none of which contained a window that could be opened. Squeaking and creaking doors were very annoying at night, but surmountable. The humming and grunting of the mechanical ventilation were not. The pool was half out of order, very unfortunate with 5 children. There was also no animation during the vacations, although this was promised on the website. The indoor arcade was fun for the kids. It was very dirty and the balls were not allowed outside the ball pit 😒 but the children enjoyed themselves. It was either boiling hot or freezing cold. The snack bar at the park is terrible, cat litter is in the kitchen, ovens used as storage for shopping bags, old grease and a huge mess. All in all a terrible toko, with staff that although friendly, have no intention of solving anything or coming up with compensation. The location was nice, close to Deventer, where by the way there is a nice large swimming pool where everything could be used, and even had animation (Cost you €70 for an afternoon). Tip from me, drive through a better place 👌😉
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Hier een 10 persoons bungalow geboekt, bij aankomst was het niets meer dan een ‘afdeling’ binnen een vaag verzamelgebouw. Binnen was het maar een vieze bende, de koelkast, afzuiging, ventilatie, vloeren en badkamers waren te goor om aan te pakken. De deuren naar het grasveld waren dusdanig verwaaid dat je bij een ‘gesloten’ deur eronderdoor naar buiten kon kijken. 5 slaapkamers waarvan geen 1 een raam bevatte dat open kon. Piepende en krakende deuren waren erg vervelend in de nacht, maar te overzien. Het gebrom en de gorigheid van de mechanische ventilatie waren dat niet. Het zwembad was voor de helft buiten gebruik, erg jammer met 5 kinderen. Ook was er geen animatie in de vakantie, al werd dit wel beloofd op de website. De overdekte speelhal was leuk voor de kinderen. Wel erg vies en de ballen mochten niet buiten de ballenbak komen 😒, maar de kinderen vermaakten zich. Wel was het er of bloedheet of steenkoud. De snackbar op het park is vreselijk, de kattenbakvulling staat in de keuken, ovens die als opslag voor boodschappentassen gebruikt worden, oud vet en een enorme zooi. Al met al een vreselijke toko, met personeel dat welliswaar vriendelijk is, maar niet van plan is om ook maar iets op te lossen of met compensatie te komen. De locatie was aardig, vlak bij Deventer, waar overigens een mooi groot zwembad zit waarin wel alles gebruikt kon worden, en zelfs voorzien was van animatie (Kost je wel €70 voor een middagje). Tip van mij, rij door een een betere plek 👌😉
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20 Oct 2025
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17 Oct 2025
Booked at scherpenhof. Great park. Nice little cafe. Friendly people. Unfortunately something went wrong at our place of stay and we were only there for two days. Since you have to be so careful about illegality these days, I actually walked in pretty angry. Owner addressed me nicely and calmly and was honest about the fact that there was just a mistake. At this we did have to leave because we had a wedding and only two days. I think it was very neat that the campground refunded the money and kept the agreement. There is not much wrong with the park. It's just been bad luck. And that can happen. And if you solve that as a good one you are a reliable partner for me. Thank you
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Geboekt bij scherpenhof. Prima park. Leuk cafetje. Vriendelijke mensen. Helaas ging er wat mis bij in onze verblijf plaats en we waren er maar twee dagen. Omdat je tegenwoordig zo moet oppassen met onrechtmatigheid ben ik eigenlijk al vrij snel boos naar binnen gelopen. Eigenaar heeft mij netjes en rustigaanhesproken en was eerlijk over het feit dat er gewoon weg een vergissing was. Hierop zijn wij wel weg moeten gaan want we hadden een bruiloft en maar twee dagen. Ik vind heel netjes dat de camping het geld terug heeft betaald en zich aan de afspraak gehouden heeft. Met het park is niet veel mis. Het is gewoon pech geweest. En dat kan gebeuren. En als je dat als een goed oplost ben je voor mij een betrouwbare partner. Dank je wel
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29 Sep 2025
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Frequently asked questions about De Scherpenhof
How far is Recreatiepark en Jachthaven De Scherpenhof from the center of Terwolde?
The center of Terwolde is a 3-minute drive away.
Is Recreatiepark De Scherpenhof child-friendly?
Yes, Recreatiepark De Scherpenhof is a child-friendly glamping in Gelderland. There are playgrounds, an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a kids club and other facilities for children.
What kind of activities are there to do near Recreatiepark De Scherpenhof in Terwolde?
Recreatiepark De Scherpenhof is a nice glamping near Deventer, Zutphen and Apeldoorn. Visit National Park De Hoge Veluwe for hiking and biking or take trips to the Apenheul or Children's Amusement Park Julianatoren.
Does Recreation Park and Marina De Scherpenhof have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an indoor and outdoor pool. There is also a separate indoor and outdoor wading pool.
What types of glamping can be booked at Recreatiepark De Scherpenhof?
This glamping in Gelderland has safari tents, cottages and chalets on the park.
Are there water sports facilities at Recreation Park and Marina De Scherpenhof?
Yes, during the summer vacations and water sports activities are organized. There are opportunities to rent materials but also to join lessons and scheduled activities. You can dive, canoe, supp and windsurf, among others.
Can I come to glamping De Scherpenhof on the IJssel with my own boat?
Yes, there is a marina at Recreatiepark De Scherpenhof. It is possible to dock your own boat.
What are the check-in and check-out times for De Scherpenhof?
The check-in at De Scherpenhof starts at 15:00. The checkout should be done before 10:00.Is De Scherpenhof open all year round?
Yes, De Scherpenhof is open all year round.Is there a restaurant at De Scherpenhof?
Yes there's a restaurant at De Scherpenhof. Besides that the park offers a bar, some takeaway meals and a snack bar.Is there a camping store at De Scherpenhof?
Yes, at De Scherpenhof you'll find a supermarket, a shop and a bakery.Is there an entertainment team at De Scherpenhof?
Yes there's entertainment at De Scherpenhof. Besides that the park offers mini disco and contests for kids.Is there a bike rental facility at De Scherpenhof?
Yes, at De Scherpenhof you'll find an e-bike rental and a bicycle rental.Is fishing allowed at De Scherpenhof?
Yes, at De Scherpenhof you'll find a fishing pond.