Top 18 Outdoor Playgrounds in North Brabant: Family Favorites for Endless Fun
Planning a family outing in North Brabant? Discover our handpicked guide to the 18 best outdoor playgrounds, drawn from years of local family adventures and visitor favorites. These spots offer everything from free nature play areas to expansive adventure parks. We might have missed a hidden gem—share your recommendations in the comments!
Updated: January 2020
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Top Outdoor Playgrounds in North Brabant
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1. De Splinter Play Park in Eindhoven
Speelpark de Splinter in Eindhoven is a beloved North Brabant playground covering 7 football fields. Kids have ample space to play with diverse equipment, explore the vegetable garden, or build tree houses—perfect for burning off energy.
Open: Year-round. Mon-Fri 9:00-18:00; Sat 10:00-18:00; Sun 12:00-18:00
Costs: €1.50 for Eindhoven kids; €2.50 others. Free for parents/guardians
Catering available
2. Playpark Hullie in Uden
Playpark Hullie in Uden guarantees fun rain or shine with indoor/outdoor options. Attractions include a climbing volcano, monorail, giant Lego, go-karts, and a summer water playground. Ideal for active families and parties.
Het Kwekkeltje in Rosmalen is a hit for outdoor play with rope bridges and sandpits. Parents relax on the terrace while kids play freely. Note: No regular catering; bring picnic and toilet paper.
Open: Daily 10:00-19:00
Costs: Free
Bring your picnic! 😉
4. The Play Forest in Uden
Adventure awaits in Uden's Play Forest, where kids explore woods packed with play features hidden among the trees. A true natural wonderland.
Open: All day, year-round
Costs: Free
Catering nearby in Uden
5. The Nature Playground in Sint-Michielsgestel
Known locally as 'Outdoor Playground Gestel,' this spot immerses kids in nature with hut-building and climbing towers—rescue missions optional!
Open: All day, year-round
Costs: Free
Catering in nearby Sint-Michielsgestel
6. Elcerlyc in Oss
Elcerlyc in Oss feels like a magical realm with enchanting play areas and a petting zoo. Great for parties and everyday fun.
Open: Varies; check website. Closed parts of winter
Costs: Free under 3; €2.00/person
Catering available
7. Het Gouden Woud in Liempde
Het Gouden Woud offers thrills like funiculars, saloons, and gold panning where kids might earn back entry. Indoor options for bad weather; perfect for parties.
Open: Wed/Fri 10:00-18:00; Sat/Sun 10:00-19:00
Costs: Free under 1 & over 13; €5.00 up to 13
Catering available
8. The Boscafe in Oisterwijk
Nestled in Oisterwijk forests, the Boscafe playground delights younger kids while parents enjoy terrace views.
Open: Daily 10:00-21:00
Costs: Free (drinks/snacks encouraged)
Catering available
9. The Gerrithoeve in Oisterwijk
De Gerrithoeve is a developmental play farm with fun equipment, animals, and mud play. A family favorite with great terrace dining.
Open: Wed/Fri/Sat/Sun from 10:00; extended holidays
Costs: €1/child (1-10 years)
Catering available
10. Play Farm Den Scherpenberg in Rucphen
At Den Scherpenberg, kids climb frames and cuddle farm animals in a true farmyard playground setting.
Open: Wed/Fri/Sat/Sun 10:00-19:00
Costs: €7 (1-12 years); adults/babies free
Catering available
11. Speuldries in Deurne
Speuldries features cable cars and water pumps for active outdoor play in Deurne.
Open: Varies; check website
Costs: Free
Catering available
12. Billybird Park Hemelrijk in Volkel
Billybird Park boasts multiple playgrounds including traffic areas and funfair rides like bumper cars—more amusement park than playground!
Open: Daily 10:00-18:00 (summer evenings to 21:00)
Costs: Free to 2; €10.95/person (online discount)
Ample catering
13. Pukkemuk in Dongen
Pukkemuk's massive sandbox, climbing, and animals shine outdoors; indoor fun and camping options too. Party-friendly.
Open: Varies; check website
Costs: Vary by season
Catering available
14. Just Outside in Boxmeer
Just Outside emphasizes pure outdoor play with new climbing frames always on the horizon.
Open: Mon-Fri 9:00-17:00; Sat/Sun 11:00-17:00
Costs: Free
Catering in adjacent museum park
15. Play Farm De Steenuil in Oirschot
De Steenuil combines farm animals, play equipment, and DIY experiences indoors/outdoors.
Open: Wed/Fri 12:00-18:30; Sat/Sun 10:30-20:00
Costs: €7 high/€5 low season (1-12); adults/babies free
Catering available
16. Speelland de Beekse Bergen
Speelland offers water play, slides, mini-golf, karts, and more—a full-day family destination.
Open: Daily 10:00-16:30 (summer weekends to 19:00)
Costs: €8.95 online (3+); free under 3
Catering available
17. Playground de Kievit in Nuenen
Near Nuenen center, de Kievit features pools and equipment, plus wine for parents and kid treats.
Open: Varies; check website
Costs: €2.00 entry
Catering available
18. Playground Vrouwenhof in Roosendaal
Vrouwenhof's 1-hectare site with abundant equipment hosts school trips regularly.
