Giethoorn

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Enjoy peace and adventure in the heart of Giethoorn at Vacation Park Giethoorn

Vacation Park Giethoorn is located in the special water village of Giethoorn in Overijssel. Here you can discover canals, little bridges and authentic farmhouses on foot, by bike or by boat. Rent a canoe or bike at the park and explore the surrounding area. On warm days, you can enjoy water sports or simply take a refreshing dip in the swimming lake. Children can have fun on the play ship, in the play loft and during the entertainment programme in high season. Head out, enjoy the water and experience Giethoorn at its very best.

  • In the heart of Giethoorn
  • Swimming lake
  • Restaurant
  • Play ship for children
  • Fishing at the park
  • Entertainment during peak season
  • Bicycle and canoe rental at the park
  • National park in the immediate vicinity
  • Play loft with ball pit and table football
  • Grill restaurant with waterside terrace
  • Sailing, surfing and canoeing on the lake
  • Direct access to the lake

Facilities and activities at Giethoorn

(Sports) activities
  • E-bike rental
  • Bicycle rental
  • Canoe / kayak rental
  • Ping pong table

Activities in the area
  • Brewery (<10 KM / 6.2 MILES)
  • Cycling
  • Golf course (<20 KM / 9.3 MILES)
  • Canoeing
  • Climbing
  • Treetop adventure park
  • Museums (<5 KM / 3.1 Miles)
  • Mountain biking
  • Nature park (<5 KM / 3.1 MILES)
  • Horseback riding
  • Picturesque villages
  • Fishing
  • Walking
  • Water skiing / wakeboarding
  • Tennis
  • National park (<5 KM / 3.1 MILES)
  • Paddle boarding

Kids and teenagers
  • Entertainment
  • Playground (both)

Location
  • By the water

Park facilities
  • Reception
  • Open all year
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Breakfast service
  • WiFi in public area (free)

Spoken language
  • Dutch
  • English

Swimming pool
  • Near a lake

Food & Beverage
  • Bar
  • Takeaway meals
  • Snack bar
  • Sandwich Service

Holiday park
  • Landal
Giethoorn

Surroundings

Two people cycling on a tree-lined road near Giethoorn, Overijssel, Netherlands, on a sunny day.
Two women kayaking in a bright yellow kayak on a canal in Giethoorn, Netherlands, surrounded by greenery.
Two people riding bicycles together on a country road near Giethoorn, Overijssel, Netherlands, in summer.

Discover Weerribben-Wieden National Park

Want to truly experience the nature around Giethoorn? Visit Weerribben-Wieden National Park, a water-rich lowland peat area with reed beds, lakes, ditches, canals, meadows and marshes. From the water, you may see the landscape at its most beautiful: paddle through the reeds in a canoe or on a SUP, or choose a peaceful trip along the canals and lakes. Would you rather stay on dry land? There are plenty of opportunities for walking and cycling along the water, through reed beds and towards atmospheric waterside villages. It is one of the largest lowland peat marshes in north-western Europe, where you can encounter herons, dragonflies and, in season, blooming water lilies. Along the way, you will experience the peace, space and nature for which this region is known. Head out, choose your route and discover just how varied Weerribben-Wieden is.

People walk along a canal in Giethoorn, Netherlands, with boats passing by and cafés lining the water.
People boating on scenic canals in Giethoorn, Netherlands, surrounded by lush gardens and thatched cottages.

Discover life in Giethoorn in the past

Looking for a cultural stop near the park? Visit Museum Giethoorn ’t Olde Maat Uus and discover what life was like in this water-rich village in the past. In an authentic Giethoorn farmhouse, you can see how residents lived and worked, with attention to farming life, fishing, peat extraction and old customs. The fisherman's cottage, the boathouse and stories from the past also offer a wonderful picture of Giethoorn before the village became so well known to visitors. Also visit Museum De Oude Aarde, where you can view a collection of gemstones, minerals and fossils. This way, just a short distance from the park, you can learn more about the history of Giethoorn as well as remarkable discoveries from the earth—ideal for a relaxing family outing.

Sail through the canals of Giethoorn

Want to experience Giethoorn at its best? Step into an electric whisper boat and sail through the village's narrow canals, past thatched farmhouses, gardens and wooden bridges. From the water, you see Giethoorn from the perspective for which the village is so well known: peaceful, green and full of character. Every bend takes you past new vistas, atmospheric homes and small moorings by the water. Come aboard and discover Giethoorn exactly as you want to experience it.

Cycle to Blokzijl

Take an active cycling trip from the park to Blokzijl, a historic harbour town in the Weerribben-Wieden area, with monumental buildings, a distinctive harbour and cosy waterside terraces. Stroll through the compact town centre, look out over the harbour basin, then relax with a drink by the quay.

Practical information

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  • Pets are welcome at the park in some of the accommodations. Select your pet(s) under the number of travellers to see which accommodations welcome pets.

Giethoorn scored with a 8.5

115 reviews

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Summary created out of 115 reviews

The park is praised for the unique experience of sailing with a private electric boat through the canals and across the lake, which guests find relaxing and enjoyable. The location in the middle of nature offers peace and privacy, with beautiful views over the water. Guests appreciate the friendly staff and cleanliness, although some mention room for improvement. The parking arrangement works well when the license plate is provided in advance, but the distance to the car park and the steep bridge to the park are experienced as challenging when transporting luggage.

  • 28 Sep 2026

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    Review from Google
  • 24 Sep 2026

    Great location with its own little boat, which did need repairs twice during our stay and was already “empty” when the gauge read 60%. The chalets are fully equipped, but there are a few flaws. The service is mediocre. During business hours, it’s not uncommon for the reception desk to be unattended. The phone number that’s supposed to be available … outside of business hours fails to answer your question 9 out of 10 times, leaving you stuck with the problem. All in all, we still had a pleasant stay thanks to the surroundings.

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    Geweldige locatie met een eigen bootje, die wel 2x een reparatie nodig had tijdens ons verblijf en met 60% op de teller al 'leeg' was. De chalets zijn compleet, maar er zijn wel wat gebreken. De service is matig. Tijdens de openingstijden komt het regelmatig voor dat er niemand bij de receptie zit. Het telefoonnummer wat buiten de openingstijden bereikbaar zou moeten zijn geeft 9/10x geen antwoord op je vraag waardoor je met het probleem blijft zitten. Al met al toch een fijn verblijf gehad door de omgeving waarin je verblijft.

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  • 31 Aug 2026

    Unfortunately, our stay was disappointing overall. We had expected much more and would not book this accommodation again.
    The parking lot is also quite far away—and when we arrived, there wasn’t a single handcart available in the parking lot to help us carry our luggage.
    Upon arrival, we first had to spend nearly two hours cleaning the … cottage ourselves.
    After the hedges were trimmed, the clippings were simply left lying on the lawn for five days.
    Unfortunately, the house lacks adequate soundproofing and insulation. This made it uncomfortable, especially in warm weather and when there was noise from outside.

    For a two-week stay, there was only one trash bag and very little toilet paper.

    The lake is hardly suitable for swimming, as it is only about 1 m deep at most.
    The boat ride was the absolute highlight for us. Unfortunately, the peace on the water is repeatedly disturbed by locals who drive their loud diesel boats very close by at full throttle. The waves, the noise, and the exhaust fumes were quite unpleasant. The young guys, in particular, do it on purpose for fun.

    Our conclusion: The surroundings are beautiful, with wonderful bike trails; a boat ride might be worth it if it weren’t for the diesel boats—but we cannot recommend the accommodation itself. We definitely won’t be coming back. Anyone expecting a relaxing, clean, and well-organized vacation should look for something else.

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    Leider war unser Aufenthalt insgesamt enttäuschend. Wir hatten uns deutlich mehr erwartet und würden diese Unterkunft nicht noch einmal buchen.
    Der Parkplatz ist zudem ziemlich weit entfernt – und als wir ankamen, war kein einziger Handwagen für den Gepäcktransport auf die Parkplatz verfügbar.
    Bei unserer Ankunft mussten wir das Häuschen zunächst fast 2 Stunden selbst putzen.
    Nach dem Heckenschnitt wurde das Schnittgut 5 Tagelang einfach auf der Rasenfläche liegen gelassen.
    Das Haus verfügt leider über keinen ausreichenden Schall- und Wärmeschutz. Dadurch war es insbesondere bei warmem Wetter und bei Lärm von außen unangenehm.

    Für einen Aufenthalt von zwei Wochen gab es nur einen Müllbeutel und sehr wenig Toilettenpapier.

    Der See ist zum richtigen Schwimmen kaum geeignet, da er höchstens etwa 1 m tief ist.
    Die Bootsfahrt war für uns das absolute Highlight. Leider wird die Ruhe auf dem Wasser immer wieder von Einheimischen gestört, die mit ihren lauten Dieselbooten sehr nah und mit Vollgas vorbeifahren. Die Wellen, der Lärm und die Abgase waren ziemlich unangenehm. Besonders die Jungen machen das absichtlich Spaß.

    Unser Fazit: Die Umgebung ist schön, wunderschöne fahrrad Strecken, eine Bootsfahrt könnte sich lohnen wenn die Dieselbooten nicht da wäre – die Unterkunft selbst können wir jedoch nicht empfehlen. Wir kommen definitiv nicht wieder. Wer einen entspannten, sauberen und gut organisierten Urlaub erwartet, sollte sich lieber etwas anderes suchen.

    Review from Google
  • 30 Aug 2026

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    Review from Google
  • 21 Aug 2026

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    Review from Google
  • 18 Aug 2026

    A fantastically beautiful little town

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    Traumhaft schönes Örtchen

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Frequently asked questions about Giethoorn

  1. What are the check-in and check-out times for Giethoorn?
    The check-in at Giethoorn starts at 16:00. The checkout should be done before 10:00.
  2. Is Giethoorn open all year round?
    Yes, Giethoorn is open all year round.
  3. Is there a restaurant at Giethoorn?
    No there are no restaurants at Giethoorn. The park does however offer a bar, some takeaway meals and a snack bar
  4. Is there a swimming pool at Giethoorn?
    At the park you will find a near a lake.
  5. Is there a wifi at Giethoorn?
    The park offers free wifi in the shared space(s).
  6. Is there an entertainment team at Giethoorn?
    Yes there's entertainment at Giethoorn.
  7. Is there a bike rental facility at Giethoorn?
    Yes, at Giethoorn you'll find an e-bike rental and a bicycle rental.

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