Out and about with children in Eems Delta
Playing outdoors in nature. Building sand castles on the beach. Or discovering the animals of the North Sea in an aquarium. In Eems Delta, there are many adventures for the younger generations. Fun for both children and parents. Go on a voyage of discovery and playfully get to know the region.
MuzeeAquarium | Four museums under one roof
Delfzijl - At the MuzeeAquarium in Delfzijl, you will find no fewer than four museums and a sea aquarium under one roof. In this contemporary museum, you get to know the history of Delfzijl in a fun way. Learn all about shipping and the northernmost dolmen in the Netherlands. An original munitions bunker from World War II houses a sea aquarium, where you can meet sharks, rays and other North Sea animals.
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Bezoekerscentrum Dollard | Discover nature
Termunten - A former farm next to the dyke now houses Bezoekerscentrum Dollard. This is the starting point for your adventures in the Dollard nature reserve. Watch a film about the area and climb to the top of the building to spot the first unusual birds. From the centre, you can walk straight to the zeehondenkijkwand and Batterij Fiemel. Activities are also organised regularly for young and old.
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Outdoor playgrounds | Playing outdoors
Different places - Scattered all over Eemsdelta, there are all kinds of fun places for children to play outside. In Godlinze, live it up on one of the many playgrounds run by Speeltuinvereniging Knoll'n toen. At the park behind the Ekenstein castle, near Appingedam, you will find a petting zoo and playground. And in Wilhelminapark in Delfzijl, near the animal camp, there is also a cosy playground. There's plenty to play about!
Miniature golf | Golfing on noble soil
Appingedam - On the edge of the Ekenstein estate you will find the pleasant Camping Ekenstein. From the campsite you can walk straight onto the aristocratic grounds of the manor or stap onto a canoe on the Damsterdiep. If you prefer to stay close to your tent, you can play some golf on the campsite. The campsite also has a challenging mini-golf course. The 18 holes on site will keep you busy for a while.
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Beach Delfzijl | Building sand castles on the Ems
Delfzijl - From the centre of Delfzijl you can walk straight onto the city beach. Here you can take a dip in the Eems or have a blast in the sand. Build your own borg or recreate the Eemshotel with sand. Tip: build your sand castle on a mound, then it will be safe anyway when the water rises.
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