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More and more campsites nowadays choose to install artificial grass on their pitches. So does Camping de Berken! At first glance it may seem a little crazy, but it is actually very practical for both the guest and the campsite. In this blog we explain to you why we chose artificial grass at the campsite!

Camping in the rain may seem tricky, but with the right mindset and preparation, it certainly doesn't have to ruin your vacation. Discover handy tips to make your rainy vacation fun in our blog. So, get out that raincoat and umbrella and read on!

Will you choose a chalet or a vacation home? Although they look a lot alike, there is definitely a difference between the two options! But whichever you choose, in Drenthe you can enjoy maximum peace, space and nature. What will you choose?

Camping by tent: that's guaranteed to make for a cozy vacation. Whether you're an experienced camper or setting off with a tent for the first time, there are some important things you need to think about before getting in the car. In this blog, we share some essential tips to make your tent vacation go smoothly. From choosing the right tent to packing important supplies, we've listed everything for you!

Step into the nature-rich world of Drenthe, where modern hustle and bustle gives way to the tranquility of the outdoors! Drenthe offers the perfect escape, with vast forests, moorlands and babbling brooks. Whether you opt for a simple adventure or some extra luxury, Drenthe has it all. Find out why this destination is a must-visit for your next camping trip!

A rainy day can add an unexpected twist to your holiday, but with these tips, you won't have to be bored. At Camping de Berken, we believe that even the wettest days can be filled with fun and relaxation. Whether you opt for adventure attractions, cultural excursions or just quality time with your company, there is something for everyone. So keep that rain coming, and turn your rainy day into an unforgettable one at our campsite!

't Nije Hemelriek is a household name in Drenthe. Just a stone's throw from our campsite de Berken in Gasselte, you will find this beautiful recreational lake. In summer you can swim, splash around and relax by the water. Het Nije Hemelriek is located in the Gasselterveld, which a hundred years ago was still a large nature area (filled mainly with the typical Drenthe heather) on the west side of Geopark de Hondsrug.

Camping during the May holiday in Drenthe in 2024? At our campsite, we provide a whole range of fun activities for children or the whole family. Curious about these activities? Check out the recreational programmes here. There are also many fun activities in the immediate vicinity. Check out our top 10 activities for children.

Taking the dog on holiday is much more fun! Read all about renting accommodation with your dog here

Glamping is a term that has gained more and more popularity in recent years. Glamping is a combination of the word 'glamour' and 'camping'. It stands for camping, but with the luxury that you get when you stay in a hotel. At Camping de Berken in Gasselte (Drenthe), you can fully enjoy nature with all the comforts of home!

Hunebedden are a typical Drenthe sight. Rent a camping pitch, studio or chalet at De Berken camp site and experience history up close!

Summer holidays are almost upon us. Have you already booked a holiday or are you still in doubt about your destination? We can't say it often enough: celebrate your summer holidays with us at Camping De Berken in Drenthe!

Do you have a dog and are going on holiday? A holiday abroad involves a lot of arranging. If you choose not to take the dog with you, a boarding or babysitting address is necessary. If you do take the dog with you, you will soon have to think about the right vaccinations and procedures, especially when you go abroad. Also, a long (car) journey can be uncomfortable for the dog. Fortunately, many campsites in the Netherlands now allow you to bring your four-legged friend along! Like at campsite de Berken in Gasselte in Drenthe.

Can you bring your dog to the campsite?

Many campsites allow you to bring your dog along. This is often clearly indicated, because sometimes it differs per site whether a dog is allowed or not. At our campsite, dogs are welcome everywhere. Outside the campsite there is space to let your dog out and on the campsite itself he should always be on a leash. In addition, we take extra account of the possible presence of pets in our Berken-Studios and rental chalets with dog.

Will you be camping at Camping de Berken? You will find yourself in the middle of the Hondsrug between cities like Groningen, Emmen and Assen. An ideal location, because there is more than enough to do in this area. Just like at our campsite. For everyone who wants to do something outside the campsite on a regular basis, we have put together a top 4 of activities:

Can't wait for the summer to visit the campsite again? Then come and enjoy camping or renting something on Ascension Day and/or Whitsun Day at Camping de Berken!

Do you like the luxury of a hotel but also the peace and quiet of nature? Then choosing your holiday destination is undoubtedly a difficult puzzle every year. Fortunately, Camping de Berken now offers the solution in the form of the Berkenstudio. This is a kind of luxury hotel room, but in the middle of the green nature of Drenthe. In this article we tell you all about it!

Want to completely unwind? Then a hotel in Gasselte offers all the luxury you need. To find true peace and quiet, however, you need to be in nature. After all, no other environment makes you relax so effectively. Camping de Berken therefore offers a unique combination, combining the comfort of a hotel with the beauty of the local nature in Gasselte.

Camping de Berken is the ideal base for anyone who loves hiking and cycling. And is it specifically mountain biking that interests you? Then you have come to the right place. Our campsite is centrally located in a beautiful mountain bike area in Drenthe! In this article we tell you everything you need to know as an avid mountain biker.

Many people have a love-hate relationship with camping. There is nothing like spending time in the open air, but the endless search for a toilet facility in the dead of night is often not to their liking. Fortunately, this is not the case at De Berken, because our campsite in Drenthe offers modern sanitary facilities within walking distance of all camping pitches.

Would you like to stay in green surroundings, but still enjoy the comfort of modern facilities? Then renting a chalet in Drenthe is an excellent option. And especially at Camping de Berken, located right in the impressive natural beauty of Unesco Geopark de Hondsrug. In this article, we tell you what to expect when renting one of our chalets.

If the children are happy, our holiday is a success". For many parents of young children, this is an important criterion when choosing their holiday destination. Logical, of course, because what is better than to see your children enjoying themselves on holiday. But don't count yourself out! As parents, how do you ensure that you enjoy yourself as much as possible?

Camping de Berken is perfectly located for the most wonderful bike rides. Therefore in this blog: cycling around Camping de Berken. Which routes are not to be missed?

Many inhabitants of Drenthe know that Camping de Berken is located in the middle of the beautiful Hondsrug nature reserve. But did you know that our campsite is also beautifully situated in the middle of several nearby golf courses? This makes our campsite the ideal base for anyone who wants to combine a wonderful holiday with practising their favourite sport.

While some have sworn by their camper vans for years, others prefer to head out in caravans. How do you make the choice? And what is the best choice for a holiday in Drenthe?

When you go on holiday and want to go camping, you look for a campsite that appeals to the whole family. Campsites come in all shapes and sizes and a campsite that is suitable for toddlers is not necessarily suitable for older children. The trick is therefore to find a family campsite that has enough to offer both young and old. These are the criteria that such a family campsite must fulfil:

Nowadays, there are more options than ever when it comes to going on holiday. From adventurous treks abroad to stays in luxurious hotels and from glamping at tropical locations to camping in Drenthe. Although the latter option sounds less exciting, it is not all that bad. Why? We will explain below. Camping in Drenthe offers many advantages:

Camping de Berken is a small-scale nature campsite near Drouwenerzand in Drenthe. Besides a beautiful nature area, the amusement park of the same name is also close to our campsite. Wondering what there is to do in the Drouwenerzand area? Then read on quickly.

You are looking for a campsite where your children can play, but where you yourself can find the necessary peace and quiet. That is possible at Camping de Berken in Drenthe. Get away from it all and forget the daily worries that are part of life in our hurried society. For maximum relaxation, it is even best to leave the internet behind for a while.

For children, camping is a treat: playing outside with other children all day long. And the presence of an animation team means you can relax as a parent. But how do you choose the best child-friendly campsite in Drenthe?

Drenthe means peace, space and enjoying healthy forest air. As adults, we have more than enough of that; after all, holiday time is meant for de-stressing. But whether peace and quiet captivate your children is very much the question. Children want to romp around and have something to discover. They want to have adventures.

Camping de Berken has many loyal guests who return annually for a relaxing stay. But honesty compels us to say: it is not only the campsite itself that makes it so attractive to return. At least as attractive is the beautiful Drenthe countryside where you can enjoy horseback riding and a host of other activities.

When you choose a camping holiday, you make a conscious choice for the outdoors. However, that by no means means means going back to basics in every respect. At Camping de Berken, for example, you can choose between two underfloor sanitary blocks, but you can also opt for a comfort pitch with private sanitary facilities. In this article, we tell you all about the advantages of having your own sanitary facilities on your camping pitch.

You would like to enjoy the camping feeling with the luxury of rental accommodation. Then Camping de Berken is the right place for you! At our campsite you can choose from various rental accommodations. A chalet, a chalet de luxe, a studio or a hikers' hut, how do you choose?

Spring. Who does not long for it? Especially after all the wet and stormy weather of the past few days, it is high time for some sunshine and milder conditions. The season of small and large holiday and camping trade fairs has already begun, which means that we are already more or less in the spring mood - weather or no weather.

Would you like to camp in Drenthe? Big time! Drenthe is perhaps the most beautiful province in the Netherlands! Space, peace and nature, what more can a person want. Wondering what you can do in Drenthe around Camping de Berken? In this blog we give three tips for activities in our beautiful province!

As winter arrives and the camping season seems miles away, it is good to think of something warm. By this we do not mean a cup of hot chocolate or a glass of mulled wine, but a product that will certainly appeal to the true camping enthusiast: the sleeping bag. Sleeping bags come in all sorts of designs and the right one will keep you warm.

On and around a campsite like Camping de Berken there is plenty to do. Especially for children, who can play to their heart's content in the green surroundings and have endless fun. Can you use a little inspiration? Below, we have listed the best activities for children at and around our campsite:

Camping de Berken is closed in the months between 1 October and 1 April. But even during the months we are open, it can sometimes be cold. Want to make sure you don't get cold during cold days/nights? Then follow our tips to at least not get too cold during your camping trip:

We can look back on a beautiful and busy season with changing weather. By the way, it is always nice to experience that children don't care about that. They go on adventures anyway, weather or no weather. And if it is too much for them, many campsites also offer indoor activities. We have our indoor playground and craft loft for that and they make good use of it.

In recent years, the popularity of camping at home has grown considerably. Not surprising considering the rising temperatures. But how do you stay cool when camping?

With so many attractions and activities for children, it is not easy to leave our family campsite during your camping holiday. Nevertheless, we recommend it. Because there is a lot to do and discover in our beautiful province and our campsite is the ideal base for that. Do the children balk because they are absorbed in their play with friends? Then treat them to a tasty pancake.

Are you still looking for a gift for Saint Nicholas or Christmas? And preferably a gift that the whole family can enjoy, for example during the next camping holiday in Drenthe? Then a skottelbraai or cobb might be something for you. Both outdoor cooking appliances are a versatile and above all safe alternative to the barbecue.

Lovely, such a camping holiday in Drenthe. And at Camping De Berken, we make our guests feel so comfortable that you hardly want to leave the grounds. But, to be honest, that's a bit of a waste. After all, there is so much to discover and experience in Drenthe. Looking for fun trips for just the two of you? Take advantage of our personal Top 10.

You're going camping with toddlers! Fun, but it can also be challenging.It gives you a chance to enjoy being in nature, discover new things and make memories. On the other hand, extra planning and preparation may be required. But it's worth it either way! This blog discusses important issues when camping with toddlers, so you can fully enjoy the vacation.

Escape the bustle of shared bathroom facilities and embrace the luxury of camping with private bathrooms. Discover why more and more campers are choosing comfort, tranquility and hygiene at campsites with their own bathrooms. Whether you're a couple looking for a quiet vacation with privacy or a family wanting extra convenience, prepare for a worry-free stay amidst the natural. Read on and consider making the move to a vacation with a touch of luxury.