Recreatiepark de Paalberg

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Plenty to enjoy at this 5-star Recreation Park De Paalberg in the Veluwe

Recreatiepark De Paalberg is a 5-star paradise, hidden in the Veluwe forests, right next to the enchanting Ermelose heather. Whether you're a camping fanatic or prefer to stay in a cozy accommodation, there's something here for all ages; from playing soccer, tennis and miniature golf to relaxing in indoor and outdoor pools. Feeling adventurous? Try the onsite climbing forest! The Paalberg is a paradise for children and adults alike.

  • Only royal recreation park in the Netherlands
  • 5-star
  • In the middle of the Veluwe forests
  • On the edge of the Ermelose heathland
  • Animation in high season
  • Free wifi throughout the property
  • Multiple playgrounds
  • Separate paddling pool
  • Whirpool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated indoor pool
  • Multi-purpose sports field and pumptrack
  • Own climbing forest
  • Car-free camping
  • Restaurant and snack bar

Facilities and activities at Recreatiepark de Paalberg

(Sports) activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Mini golf
  • Sports field
  • Tennis court
  • Soccer field

Activities in the area
  • Theme park (<30 KM / 12.4 MILES)
  • Brewery (<10 KM / 6.2 MILES)
  • Cycling
  • Golf course (<10 KM / 6.2 MILES)
  • Treetop adventure park
  • Museums (<5 KM / 3.1 Miles)
  • Nature park (<5 KM / 3.1 MILES)
  • Picturesque villages
  • Walking
  • Zoo (<30 KM / 12.4 MILES)

Kids and teenagers
  • Entertainment
  • Playground (outdoor)
  • Bouncy castle

Location
  • Near a forest

Park facilities
  • Reception
  • Open all year
  • Charging point for electric car
  • Supermarket
  • WiFi in public area (free)
  • Free parking nearby or at the park

Spoken language
  • Dutch
  • German
  • English

Swimming pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water slide
  • Paddling pool

Unique properties
  • 4 / 5 star campsite

Food & Beverage
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
Recreatiepark de Paalberg

Surroundings

Two bicycles rest in purple heather fields near Ermelo, Gelderland, Netherlands, with trees and sky in view.
Apenheul, Apeldoorn, Gelderland, Netherlands
Happy families have fun outdoors at a holiday park with glamping tents and colorful accommodations in the background.

Full day of fun at Walibi Holland (27 km)

Crazy about adrenaline and fun? Then Walibi Holland is the place to be! From dizzying roller coasters that will make your heart race to water rides that will keep you nice and cool even on the hottest days. It is not only a playground for kids, but also a playground for adults who secretly never grew up. Whether you are a roller coaster lover, love slides or just fancy a relaxing day of fun, Walibi Holland has it all.

Grand mansion with Dutch flag and elegant gardens at a glamping holiday park destination.
Three people walk through an autumn forest

Monkey watching

Fancy a day of naughty adventures? Then come to the Apenheul, just 25 km from the recreation park! Here the monkeys hang out all day and are guaranteed to make your day hilarious. From roaring baboons to cute ring-tailed lemurs, you'll be eyeballing all that monkey fun. And best of all? Some monkeys just roam free, so you have a unique opportunity for a close-up with these mischievous creatures.

Full enjoyment of nature

From glamping De Paalberg you walk straight onto the Ermelose Heide, a vast area of no less than 380 hectares, located between Staverden and Ermelo. It is the ideal place for nature lovers, with several hiking trails varying in distance. During your walk you might just run into a shepherd with his flock of sheep, especially if you follow the route to the Ermelo Sheepfold. Besides hiking, the area offers numerous cycling opportunities through forests, over moors and past picturesque rural areas. And with the village of Ermelo just 5 minutes away by bike and the beautiful Veluwerandmeren just 25 minutes by bike, there is always something to discover. Animal lovers will also get their money's worth here, with small game and various bird species.

Visiting Paleis het Loo

A visit to the enchanting Veluwe is not complete without a trip to Paleis Het Loo! This magnificent palace, which is a half-hour drive from the park, has a new, breathtaking underground section, including the special Junior Palace. Designed in the Dutch classical style, the palace has beautiful gardens and fountains. Be guided through three captivating audio narratives as you explore the renovated rooms and iconic halls. Discover the fascinating history of the palace, the House of Orange and the Netherlands. Palace Het Loo continues to surprise and enchant you, even during its transformation. So be sure to plan a visit to experience this cultural gem and enjoy the rich history and innovative insights it has to offer.

Practical information

ground plan
  • 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
  • Charging point for electric car
  • cancellation conditions

Scored with a 8.2

207 reviews

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  • 11 Apr 2026

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    Review from Google
  • 09 Apr 2026

    Great campground located in beautiful surroundings. Quiet atmosphere. Clean plumbing and good facilities for young and old. Sites for caravan are spacious enough. Staff is also friendly and helpful.

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    Geweldige camping gelegen in een prachtige omgeving. Rustige uitstraling. Schoon sanitair en goede voorzieningen voor jong en oud. Plekken voor caravan zijn ruim genoeg. Ook het personeel is vriendelijk en behulpzaam.

    Review from Google
  • 08 Apr 2026

    We have been to this campground a few times (always outside the vacations or in t low season) and find it a nice place to camp. The sites are generally large, you can enjoy hiking and biking in the area. Some points of attention: The lady at the reception doesn't seem very motivated/interested during check-in. The pool needs an update, do not lose sight of hygiene. Tiles on the edges are rancid and also the panels on t ceiling are brown. Plumbing is generally good, pumps of soap not always filled in the toilets and at the start of the camping season there was no hot/hot water. Wifi is a concern, signal often weak. Some people do have a lot of awning and ground tarps on the pitches which means grass does not grow and if you are unlucky in terms of weather a muddy pitch. The renewed lampposts give too much light hopefully something will be done about this. Think of the light pollution in a nature reserve! So there are really points for improvement if you want to continue as a five star campsite and the status as a royal recreation park to propagate. Friendly staff in t restaurant, price quality on the high side. Hopefully you do something with the somewhat worse reviews and / or points of attention because it remains a beautiful location to camp.

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    We zijn al een paar keer op deze camping geweest (altijd buiten de vakanties of in t laagseizoen) en vinden het een fijne plek om te kamperen. De plekken zijn over het algemeen groot, je kunt heerlijk wandelen en fietsen in de omgeving. Wel wat aandachtspunten: De dame bij de receptie lijkt niet erg gemotiveerd/geïnteresseerd tijdens het inchecken. Het zwembad is toe aan een update, verlies de hygiëne niet uit t oog. Tegels aan de randen zijn ranzig en ook de panelen aan t plafond zijn bruin. Sanitair is over het algemeen goed, pompjes zeep niet altijd gevuld in de toiletten en bij aanvang van het campingseizoen was er geen warm/ heet water. Wifi is een aandachtspunt, signaal vaak zwak. Sommige mensen hebben wel veel voortent en grondzeilen op de kampeerplekken waardoor gras niet groeit en als je pech hebt qua weer een modderige kampeerplek. De vernieuwde lantaarnpalen geven te veel licht hopelijk wordt hier iets mee gedaan. Denk aan de lichtvervuiling in een natuurgebied!Er zijn dus echt wel verbeterpunten als je wilt blijven doorgaan als vijf sterren camping en de status als koninklijk recreatiepark wil uitdragen. Vriendelijk personeel in t restaurant, prijs kwaliteit aan de hoge kant. Hopelijk doen jullie iets met de wat slechtere recensies en/of aandachtspunten want het blijft een mooie locatie om te kamperen.

    Review from Google
  • 02 Apr 2026

    Spacious parking spaces with all connections. Indoor swimming pool Friendly staff Beautiful surroundings / heath

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    Großzügige Stellplätze mit allen Anschlüssen. Hallenschwimmbad Nettes Personal Schöne Umgebung /Heide

    Review from Google
  • 30 Mar 2026

    Beautiful park and facilities. Only communication could be better. Major renovation of sites on the south east side. Whole day, 10 days in a row, including weekends, machines running. We had a place directly adjacent to the construction sites. Could have been told, in my opinion. That was a pity.

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    Mooi park en faciliteiten. Alleen de communicatie kan beter. Grootse renovatie van plaatsen aan de zuid oost kant. Gehele dag, 10 dagen achter elkaar, dus ook in het weekend, machines draaien. We hadden een plaats direct grenzend aan de bouwplaatsen. Had m.i. wel even mogen worden verteld. Dat was wel jammer.

    Review from Google
  • 26 Mar 2026

    Excellent park, camping in excellent location. You walk straight into the forest, or onto the moors. Cycling routes are also nearby. For shopping you can bike to Ermelo about 2km. Plumbing Prima. Places on site very good. Neat waste separation. Very nice for children with playgrounds and swimming pool and also car-free, so mostly safe for cycling children.

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    Prima park, camping op uitstekende locatie. Je wandelt zo het bos in, of de heide op. Ook fietsroutes zijn dichtbij. Voor boodschappen kun je op de fiets naar Ermelo circa 2km. Sanitair Prima. Plaatsen op camping zeer goed. Nette afvalscheiding. Heel leuk voor kinderen met speelplekken en zwembad en bovendien autoluw, dus meestal veilig voor fietsende kinderen.

    Review from Google
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Frequently asked questions about Recreatiepark de Paalberg

  1. Is recreation park the Paalberg popular with families?

    The family park has plenty of activities for young and old.

  2. Does recreation park the Paalberg have a swimming pool?

    There is an indoor pool with paddling pool and in the summer months the outdoor pool is also open.

  3. What activities are available at recreation park the Paalberg?

    There is plenty to do: from a soccer field, tennis court, bouncy castles and mini-golf course to an indoor and outdoor swimming pool with children's pool. There is also an animation team during vacations and there is its own climbing forest.

  4. How far is recreation park the Paalberg from the center of Ermelo?

    The center of Ermelo is about 2.5 km from the glamping in the middle of the Veluwe forests.

  5. What kind of activities are there to do near recreation park the Paalberg?

    In the area you can enjoy nature during a bike ride or hike on the Ermelose Heide. There are also nice day trips to Paleis het Loo, Walibi Holland or the Apenheul.

  6. Is smoking allowed in the accommodation?

    Smoking is not allowed in the accommodations.

  7. What are the check-in and check-out times for Recreatiepark de Paalberg?
    The check-in at Recreatiepark de Paalberg starts at 15:00. The checkout should be done before 10:00.
  8. Is Recreatiepark de Paalberg open all year round?
    Yes, Recreatiepark de Paalberg is open all year round.
  9. Is there a wifi at Recreatiepark de Paalberg?
    The park offers free wifi in the shared space(s).
  10. Is there a camping store at Recreatiepark de Paalberg?
    Yes, at Recreatiepark de Paalberg you'll find a supermarket.
  11. Is there an entertainment team at Recreatiepark de Paalberg?
    Yes there's entertainment at Recreatiepark de Paalberg.
  12. Can I charge my electric car at Recreatiepark de Paalberg?
    Yes, at Recreatiepark de Paalberg you'll find a charging point for electric car.
  13. Is there a bike rental facility at Recreatiepark de Paalberg?
    Yes, at Recreatiepark de Paalberg you'll find a bicycle rental.

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