Discover the beautiful surroundings from our Van der Valk hotels

Weekend getaway in nature

Come completely relax.

Looking for a weekend getaway with your family, your loved one, or friends? Explore the nature-rich surroundings of the hotels and relax during a weekend getaway in nature. Discover the area by bike or rent an e-chopper or choose a beautiful hiking route. Nature is the ideal location to completely unwind, and you can combine this even better with a hotel stay at Van der Valk.

Discover the Veluwe

Spend your weekend getaway in nature at Europe's largest continuous nature reserve: the Veluwe. With an area of 91,200 hectares, a visit to the Veluwe is definitely worth it and you will not be bored. The Veluwe consists of two national parks. You can visit the Hoge Veluwe National Park and the Veluwezoom National Park. Curious about the history behind the Veluwe? Then take the themed cycling route and delve into the development of paper, among other things.

Visit Lauwersmeer National Park

A weekend off night away in nature located on the border of Groningen and Friesland in the north of the Netherlands is the Lauwersmeer National Park; a large nature reserve known as one of the most important bird areas in Europe. During your weekend getaway in nature, you can spot special birds such as spoonbills, marsh harriers, and white-tailed eagles. In addition to spotting various bird species, you also have a chance to encounter other residents of the park such as Konik horses, Scottish Highland cattle, or foxes.

Explore the Utrechtse Heuvelrug

Exploring nature actively? Then a visit to the Utrechtse Heuvelrug might be something for you. The Utrechtse Heuvelrug is known as the most beautiful cycling area in the Netherlands. The park offers a lot of diversity and an oasis of tranquility. You can cycle through hilly forests, discover impressive castles, and ride past many restaurants. The Utrechtse Heuvelrug is located just outside the Randstad, ideal if you want to combine a city trip with a visit to nature.

Stay at Van der Valk

Relax during your weekend getaway in nature at Van der Valk and enjoy a comfortable stay. Make the most of your stay by fully utilizing the luxury facilities. Visit the spa, take a dip in the pool and enjoy delicious dishes in the restaurants. On the road with a bicycle or an e-chopper? Then make use of the rental service and go on an adventure without worries.

Van der Valk hotels in or near nature