Recreatiepark de Paalberg

8.1 171 reviews
share
view availability

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
  • Pets Allowed
  • 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 8.1

171 reviews

  • 90
  • 40
  • 19
  • 7
  • 15
  • 01 Dec 2025

    Beautiful nature campsite with clean sanitary facilities. Very worthwhile. Beautiful places where you sit free

    this is a translation, click here for the original

    Prachtige natuurcamping met schoon sanitair. Zeer de moeite waard. Mooie plekjes waar je lekker vrij zit

    Review from Google
  • 26 Nov 2025

    Disappointing. The sanitary building was very cold. Was not allowed to drive the car into the campground the day before we left just to load my tent and other stuff into the car. They had absolutely no understanding of our situation. Very unfortunate.

    this is a translation, click here for the original

    Viel tegen. Het sanitair gebouw was erg koud. Mocht niet de dag voor vertrek met de auto op de camping rijden om even mijn tent en andere spullen in de auto laden. Ze hadden totaal geen begrip voor onze situatie. Erg jammer.

    Review from Google
  • 25 Nov 2025

    Nice and beautiful campground for winter camping. We stayed here last weekend to try winter camping. The weather gods cooperated with in the night just below freezing. Saturday waking up to a white campground with a layer of snow, how nice is that. What pleased us was that we were not alone on the campsite. Many places occupied by weekend guests but also many people who are here so the winter season. In short, cozy so. We immediately made a reservation for the days around New Year's Eve. Looking forward to it already. Sanitary facilities look great. Nice and clean and no hassle with coins or passes to shower. Bathhouse could be stoked a bit more for the pleasantness.....that is the only point of feedback. Looking forward to next month. Thanks also compliments to the nice people at the reception and the warm welcome.

    this is a translation, click here for the original

    Leuke en mooie camping om te kamperen in de winter. We hebben hier afgelopen weekend gestaan om het winterkamperen te proberen. De weergoden werkten mee met in de nacht net onder het vriespunt. Zaterdag wakker worden op een witte camping met een laagje sneeuw, hoe mooi is dat. Wat ons goed is bevallen dat we niet alleen op de camping waren. Veel plekjes bezet met weekend gasten maar ook veel mensen die hier dus het winterseizoen staan. Kortom gezellig dus. We hebben meteen een reservering gemaakt voor de dagen rondom Oud & Nieuw. Leuk nu al zin in. Sanitair ziet er prima uit. Lekker schoon en geen gedoe met muntjes of pasjes om te kunnen douchen. Badhuis mag voor het aangename wel iets waren gestookt worden…..dat is dan ook het enige puntje van feedback. Kijk nu al uit naar volgende maand. Dank ook complimenten voor de aardige mensen van de receptie en het warme ontvangst.

    Review from Google
  • 24 Nov 2025

    Fantastic (winter) camping. Just a weekend away with our camper. 1 of the few places that is open in the winter. Nice and quiet and the pool is open! Big plus if the weather is less when you're with the kids. New clean toilet buildings and lots of play facilities. We will definitely return.

    this is a translation, click here for the original

    Fantastische (winter) camping. Even een weekendje weg met onze camper. 1 van de weinige plekken die in de winter open is. Heerlijk rustig en het zwembad is open! Dikke plus als het weer wat minder is wanneer je met de kids ben. Nieuwe schone toilet gebouwen en veel speel faciliteiten. We komen zeker terug.

    Review from Google
  • 21 Nov 2025

    Again a very nice week at the Paalberg. Large pitches neat plumbing beautifully situated in the woods and on the Heath. Highly recommended. Definitely come back

    this is a translation, click here for the original

    Weer een hele leuke week gehad op de Paalberg. Grote plaatsen keurig sanitair schitterend gelegen in de Bossen en aan de Heide. Aanrader. Komen zeker terug

    Review from Google
  • 17 Nov 2025

    Very nice campsite with great facilities, but what a shame that the reception staff is so grumpy. Not customer friendly and gruff. Maybe we were unlucky or there was considerable stress in the company, but we moved to one of the many neighbors after our phone call this time. Plenty of alternatives. Previous experiences with the campground itself were fine. However, they are always very strict in enforcing rules such as how to stand in relation to a tile on the camping spot. Also not relaxed. But if the management wants it that way, it's fine.

    this is a translation, click here for the original

    Heel mooie camping met prima faciliteiten, maar wat ontzettend jammer dat het receptie personeel zo chagrijnig is. Niet klantvriendelijk en kortaf. Misschien hadden we pech of was er forse stress in het bedrijf, maar we zijn na ons telefoongesprek dit keer uitgeweken naar één van de vele buren. Genoeg alternatieven. Eerdere ervaringen met de camping zelf waren prima. Wel zijn ze altijd heel strak in het handhaven van de regeltjes zoals hoe te staan ten opzichte van een tegeltje op de kampeerplek. Ook niet relaxed. Maar als de leiding dit zo wil, is het prima.

    Review from Google
1 / 29

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.

All accommodations of Recreatiepark de Paalberg

Added accommodations to your favorites go to favorites