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Gelderland outdoor playgrounds; the best outdoor playgrounds in a row

In Gelderland you will not only find Paleis ´t Loo… There is also a lot of fun in the field of playgrounds! Looking for a nice outdoor playground in Gelderland? We have done the necessary research for you to make an overview of all the fun outdoor playgrounds in Gelderland. Do you know a nice outdoor playground in Gelderland that should not be missing from this list? Then we would of course like to hear from you so that we can add it.

Update:January 2020

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Outdoor playground Gelderland; the nicest in a row

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1. Outdoor playground the Copper Donkey in Epe

In this outdoor playground in Gelderland you will find a lot of play equipment, but also animals and you can even rent a donkey to take a nice walk. There are also bouncy castles, a covered ball pit and a go-kart track at the Koperen Ezel.

  • Open:open all year round from 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Costs:You only pay €1.00 for access to the playground
  • You can eat and drink here

2. Playgrounds at the Intratuin in Duiven

An outdoor playground in the Intratuin? Yes! And not a little one either. With an indoor playground and an outdoor playground, you can no longer call this Intratuin the standard. You can even organize children's parties!

  • Open:when the Intratuin is open
  • Costs:free
  • Opportunity to eat and drink

3. De Blije Dries in Wijchen, outdoor playground with swimming pool

Gelderland outdoor playground de Blije Dries is located in a wooded area and there is a lot of organized activities. The mega slide, the cable car, the interactive Sona, the mini golf and more than 40 other play equipment attract the attention of every child. Go out together!

  • Open:in the summer from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Costs:€ 3.50 entrance, also for parents, children up to 1 year free
  • Food and drink facilities available

4. Playfarm Hof ​​van Kaatje in Wijchen

Another beautiful outdoor playground Gelderland in Wijchen:the Hof van Kaatje play farm. You can not only play here… But there is also a beautiful petting zoo. So take a ride in the covered wagon, or have fun on the playground equipment! And you immediately learn a lot about farm life.

  • Open:Opening hours are seasonal. Check the website for this.
  • Costs:Babies free, children €2.75 and adults €1.75.
  • There is food and drink available.

5. The Play in Animals

A unique play, do and discover park, of course with a playground, but you can also tinker all day long if you want.

  • Open:in the summer from 10 am to 6 pm, in the winter from 10 am to 5 pm
  • Costs:€ 14.00 entrance, children up to 4 years free
  • Food and drink facilities available

6. Outdoor playground Gelderland Het Uilenbos in Lunteren

Het Uilenbos in Lunteren is a good place to stay. For kids who want to enjoy themselves in the outdoor playground. And for moms and dads who can sit on the terrace under the trees. There is also a petting zoo and a pancake house. You can also go there for children's parties!

  • Open:From March 1 to November 1, you can play in this outdoor playground in Gelderland from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. From November 1 to March 1, every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Open every day during school holidays.
  • Costs:Free .
  • Eating and drinking facilities available. Just like a beautiful petting zoo.

7. Outdoor playground Nederhemert

A beautiful counterpart between all modern playgrounds, this outdoor playground Gelderland. Creaking playground equipment and pancakes that 'just come out of the pan'. In the outdoor playground Nederhemert you take a small step back in time. And that's great fun!

  • Open:From April 1 to October 28. Closed on Mondays. The playground opens at 10.00.
  • Costs:€1.50 per child. Adults can enter for free.
  • There is food and drink available.

8. Playfield Stakenberg in Elspeet

Playground Stakenberg is especially fun for smaller children. Do not expect top attractions, because this playing field has remained nice and natural! There are nice climbing equipment and swings. And of course you can also build a nice hut! Or have a nice picnic 🙂 .

  • Open:Open all day, all year round.
  • Costs:Free .
  • There are no places to eat or drink.

9. The Land of Jan Klaassen in Braamt

The Land of Jan Klaassen is a magical children's amusement park in Gelderland. And you will also find a very large indoor and outdoor playground! Stroll around the village of Jan Klaassen or let the kids loose on one of the countless attractions. It is best to set aside a whole day for this outing 😉 .

  • Open:The park is closed in January and February. The rest of the year the opening times vary. Before your visit, therefore, first check the website.
  • Costs:Babies up to 1 year:free. €11.50 per person. Entrance 65+:€10
  • There is food and drink available

10. Playfield Berg en Bos in Apeldoorn

Take a walk on the kids' nature trail and have fun on the extensive playing field. Children can play outside here and discover nature. If they still have some energy left, there is still plenty to climb and clamber. A very nice playing field!

  • Open:Open daily all year round. In summer from 07:00 to 21:00 and in winter from 08:00 to 18:00.
  • Costs:Free .
  • There is food and drink available.

11. The Cornflower in Ede

Many fun activities are organized in the Gelderland de Korenbloem outdoor playground in Ede! But you can also play for hours on 'normal' days. A true outdoor play paradise!

  • Open:Monday to Saturday open from 9.00 am to 5.30 pm.
  • Costs:€0.50 per person.
  • There is a food and drink facility available.

12. De Leemkuil in Nijmegen

Do your children also love to climb? And get dirty? Then you are at the right place at outdoor playground De Leemkuil in Nijmegen. There are even underground slides, and a train on real rails! A very cool outdoor playground.

  • Open:Opening hours vary by season. So check the website first.
  • Costs:Children up to and including 2 years free. Entrance 3 to 64 years:€ 4.55. 65+:€0.65.
  • There is food and drink available.

13. Outdoor playground “Stone Municipality” in Millingen aan de Rijn

In the outdoor playground De Steense Gemeente in Gelderland, the children can play outside. Not a massive playground, but a nice small-scale outdoor playground. Where there is still plenty to do!

  • Open:From April 1 to October 1, open daily from 10 a.m. – 5.30 p.m.
  • Costs:Free .
  • There are eating and drinking facilities and a toilet.

While you enjoy a cup of coffee, the kids have fun playing in the playground at coffee farm Groot Nibbelink in Sinderen. There are sandpits, trampolines, climbing equipment and a play fountain.

  • Open:Open daily all year round.
  • Costs:Free † You are expected to have a drink.
  • There is food and drink available.

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15. Heumensoord nature reserve

Between Nijmegen and Malden lies the Heumensoord nature reserve, which was pointed out to me by papa blogger Maarten, who describes in detail what you can expect from this outdoor playground in Gelderland in his blog about Heumensoord. In any case, you will find a nice slide and musical tree trunks!

  • Open:Open daily all year round.
  • Costs:Free , the outdoor playground is located in a freely accessible nature reserve
  • There is no food and drink facility available.

16. Children's paradise Malkenschoten (Binky) in Apeldoorn

The entrance fee is considerable for this outdoor playground in Gelderland, but you do get something in return. In fact… you can purchase an unlimited subscription for € 10.00 per year, so if you want to go more often, it is suddenly a lot cheaper. From pedal boats to a water course and from mini golf to an extensive playground and climbing course. And let's not forget the building blocks, air trampoline, cable car and hut construction site.

  • Open:Open daily all year round.
  • Costs:up to 1 year free, above that € 10.00 entrance
  • There is food and drink available.

17. Hof van Twello, barefoot path and other activities

This outdoor playground is a combination of a barefoot path with some other outdoor activities and an indoor stay in the form of a greenhouse with a sandbox and the like.

  • Open:Open daily all year round.
  • Costs:different rates are applied for different ages, check the website for more information
  • There is food and drink available.