Out and about with children in Westerwolde

Looking for dinosaurs in the forest. Taking a ride on an old steam locomotive. Or walk with cuddly donkeys. Westerwolde has plenty to offer young adventurers. Fun for children and parents alike. Go on a voyage of discovery and get to know the region in a playful way.

Wonderwereld | A fairytale world

Ter Apel - In the middle of the forests of Ter Apel lies a fairytale world. Here live Greurt the Groninger giant, Aunt Beppie the witch and Zwammer the mushroom man. Wonderwereld is also home to many animal species, including ring-tailed lemurs, owls and various birds of prey that can be seen every day in the birds of prey show. Wander through the secret passages of the Dragon Cave, play at one of the many playgrounds or explore the park through scavenger hunts. There is plenty to do for the whole family in this magical world.

Dinopark Landgoed Tenaxx | The primordial time of your life

Wedde - The Triceratops, the Velociraptor and, of course, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, you will learn about them at Dinopark Tenaxx. And there is plenty to do here. For example, there is a dinosaur obstacle course no less than 40 metres long and on the toboggan run you can endlessly slide down. Or go crafting and make a dino pendant, fossil or dino candle. A ride in the dinorups cannot be missed. And of course you can look for life-size dinos in the Chalk Forest. Be careful not to get too close, as they might roar.

Hedgehog and gnome trail | small footprints and spiny critters

Sellingen - Did you know that gnomes live in Groningen? When you walk on the gnome trails in Sellingen you will find out. You can see the little footprints in the sand, listen to gnome stories and, wearing a knapsack and a red pointed hat, feel completely at home. Who knows, you might get lucky and meet a real gnome. Besides the gnome trail, you will also find the hedgehog trail in Sellinger Wood. Here the hedgehogs will show you the way, you will do various assignments and learn all sorts of things about this little spiny animal.

Museumspoorlijn STAR | An unforgettable journey

Stadskanaal - Would you like to take a ride in a historic steam locomotive? Stap in for a trip back in time with Museumspoorlijn STAR. During the journey on the railway line between Veendam and Stadskanaal, you can literally let off some steam. After the special ride, you will learn all about the history of the railway in the museum, watch a film about the steam locomotive or take a seat in the driver's seat. A day out for young and old.

Ger’s Ezelstal | Out and about with donkeys

Vriescheloo - In the woods around Vriescheloo, you can take a very special walk. Together with a cuddly donkey, you can go on an adventure through the area. At Ger’s Ezelstal, they have eight different donkeys including two mini-donkeys for you to walk with. The different walking routes that are laid out vary between 4.5 and 12 kilometres. And there is plenty of time for a nice picnic along the way. Not much of a walker? No problem. At Ger’s ezelstal you can also go for a cuddle hour or yoga with the donkeys.

Kanukjespad | Strolling through the woods

Join us on an adventure around the Museum Klooster in Ter Apel. The Kanukjespad allows the youngest generation to get acquainted with the centuries-old monastery and the surrounding Klooster forest. They will meet Jacobus, a boy who wanders through the forest together with the little fox Bunch. Together they go in search of ingredients for a delicious tasting soup. Along the way, there is plenty to see, feel, hear and smell.