Family fun with the kids
The Zuiderzee Museum
See, hear, feel, taste, and smell what everyday life was like around the Zuiderzee before the Afsluitdijk transformed it into the IJsselmeer in 1932. The Zuiderzee Museum is fun and educational for the whole family. Take on a puzzle trail through the museum together…
Sprookjeswonderland
Sprookjeswonderland is an enchanting park for families and grandparents with grandchildren. There is plenty to see and do! Take a peek inside the little gnome houses or hop into a bumper boat and set sail yourself…
Steam Tram and Boat Day Trip
The most exciting journey through time by steam tram and boat! The ship Friesland sails between Enkhuizen and Medemblik along the beautiful West Frisian coastline. Between Medemblik and Hoorn, travel by steam tram through the countryside, passing colourful tulip fields and historic railway stations.
Kindervreugde Playground
At the edge of Enkhuizen’s historic city centre lies the nostalgic Kindervreugde playground. Children can have a wonderful time playing here! There’s a large slide, an ocean-themed play area, a merry-go-round, swings, and more…
Kids’ Treasure Hunt
Discover Enkhuizen with a fun kids’ treasure hunt. After about an hour and a half of walking and solving clues, you’ll return to the starting point, where you can try to crack the secret code.
The Deer Park
Within the historic city’s former fortifications, in Wilhelminaplantsoen, you’ll find a unique place where children and adults can play and explore nature. Enjoy a delicious cup of coffee or tea with homemade cake. For lunch, the seasonal menu features fresh produce from the school garden.
EuroParcs Enkhuizer Strand Recreational Pool
EuroParcs Enkhuizer Strand Recreational Pool is all about swimming fun. This beautiful pool on the IJsselmeer is easy to navigate, family-friendly, and wheelchair accessible — in short, a great pool for the whole family!
Streekbos Climbing Park
Ready for an active day in nature? Visit the Eco Climbing Park in the Het Streekbos recreation area in Bovenkarspel! Climb together through the treetops and tackle exciting obstacles. With four courses reaching up to 9 metres high, there’s a challenge for both young and old.
Barefoot Path
Do you know what it feels like to walk barefoot through grass? Or across wooden logs? Have you ever discovered how soft mud can feel? It’s a fun experience for young and old — and the best part is that you’re allowed to get dirty!
Interactive Sow to Grow Museum
Did you know that the Netherlands is a global leader in plant breeding? It is one of the world’s most important centres for plant breeding. Plants are essential to people and animals — for food, our living environment, the climate, and the environment. This interactive experience offers an insight into seed production and the seed trade.
Fruit Farm 't Keetje
Visit Fruit Farm 't Keetje — a fruit farm, care farm, farm shop with local products, lunchroom with a terrace, and a beautiful experience garden.
Fun kids’ movies
In the iconic Drommedaris, you’ll find Film in de Drom. The cinema screens a current movie no fewer than seven times a week. These include children’s screenings, afternoon screenings, and a premiere film on Thursdays and Fridays.
Drom Theatre
Come to the Drom for an enjoyable theatre performance at one of the most beautiful locations in the Netherlands.
Post Office Theatre
Housed in a beautiful historic building, Hét Postkantoor offers an atmospheric and versatile setting for every occasion. From captivating theatre performances and engaging film screenings to celebrating weddings and inspiring gatherings.
Planet Walk
Would you like to learn more about what’s happening above your head? In Streekbos, there’s a surprising trail that takes you on a journey through the universe, right among the trees.
Looking for Little Gnome Berend
The children’s walking route is a fun and educational treasure hunt for young children aged around 3 and up. The walk is approximately 2 kilometres long. Along the way, children search for the round signs featuring a gnome.
Ready for some action?
Looking for a little competition or adventure? In and around Enkhuizen, there are plenty of places to get active. Challenge each other at the bowling alley, race around the go-kart track, or battle it out in a game of laser tag. Prefer being outdoors? Climb among the treetops in the climbing forest, walk the barefoot trail, or play a round of mini golf. These are the kinds of outings where you experience something together — and often leave you wanting to come back for more.
Experience the magic at Sprookjeswonderland.
Step into the world of the Zuiderzee Museum.
Step into the world of the Zuiderzee Museum. A place where you can go on an adventure and experience the Zuiderzee up close. The museum invites everyone to immerse themselves in the past and learn about its rich history. Discover, try, and taste for yourself as you explore everything the museum has to offer.
Staying overnight with the kids
Pipowagen Gouwe Stek
Have you ever slept in an authentic gypsy caravan? Here, you can enjoy the romantic atmosphere of times gone by. The Pipowagen caravans Snuf, Snuitje and Klukkluk are located in the most beautiful spots on the campsite, surrounded by peace, space and nature.
EuroParcs holiday home for the whole family
Water, charming towns and nature. At EuroParcs Enkhuizer Strand, it all comes together. The holiday park is located directly on the shores of the IJsselmeer, and from your luxurious, sustainable holiday home, glamping tent or chalet, you can walk straight to the water.
Camping Dijk en Meer
You grab breakfast with the kids and then settle down with a good book from the library, right outside your tent, tent cabin or caravan. Or explore the campsite and its surroundings on horseback, by bike or in the water. At the end of the day, perhaps while enjoying a delicious homemade pizza, you can experience that same peaceful moment once again.
De Appelhoek
Located directly along the Westfriese Omringdijk on the Markermeer, formerly known as the IJsselmeer/Zuiderzee, De Appelhoek offers you a holiday stay in a unique location.
