Walking with children in Westerwolde

Westerwolde is the place for adventurous walks for children. With playful routes through woods and nature reserves, children discover the area while playing. Below, you will find a number of fun routes.

Hedgehog path

A short and playful route in Sellingen where hedgehogs show you the way. Along the way, children do small tasks and learn more about this spiny animal. Perfect for young explorers.

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Kanukjespad

An imaginative route in Ter Apel especially for children. Together with Jacobus and fox Bunch, you go in search of ingredients for a 'tasty soup'. There is plenty to do along the way.

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Gnome trail

Go in search of gnomes in the woods of Sellingen! With a knapsack and red pointed hat, children follow the tracks and experience a magical adventure full of stories and assignments.

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Ter Borg walking route

A short route across Groningen's largest heathland area. The open landscape and tranquillity make this a great walk for families.

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Kanunnikenpad

A forest walk around the monastery of Ter Apel, named after its former inhabitants: the canons. A quiet route where nature and history come together.

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Witch tour Sellingen

This adventurous route of about 6 km focuses on the legend of Heksje Hasje. On the way, listen to the exciting folk tale via QR codes and walk along the Ruiten Aa, through woods and across vast heathlands. With mysterious places like the Wijvebrug and encounters with gnomes, this is a real experience route for slightly older children.

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