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The area
Vierhouten lies in the heart of the Veluwe. The forest literally begins at our front door.
Straight into the Veluwe
Walking, cycling or simply doing nothing at all. These are our favourites from the front door.
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Walking
Hidden Village
During the war, a camp for people in hiding lay here in the middle of the forest. The reconstructed huts and the memorial stone make it a quiet, moving place.
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Walking or cycling
The heath towards Elspeet
At the end of August everything turns purple. The rest of the year it's all space and silence.
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Cycling
To the Veluwemeer lake
Cycle through the forest to the water. On the way you pass through Nunspeet, perfect for a coffee or an ice cream.
- Dogs welcome
- Covered bike storage
- E-bike charging
The Hidden Village
During the Second World War, a camp for people in hiding lay in the forests near Vierhouten. Reconstructed huts and a memorial stone now stand on the site. Along the Tongerenseweg, a monument marks the spot where eight Jewish people who had been hiding in the camp were executed.
The camp is on the Pas-Opweg, which is a dead end for cars. By car you can only reach it via the village of Vierhouten; from there the route is signposted. There is a large car park at the Hidden Village.
Guided tours for groups
For groups such as schools, clubs and tour parties, volunteers give guided tours on request. Book in good time via rondleidingen@verscholendorpvierhouten.nl.
A financial contribution is requested, which goes entirely to the foundation. There are no tours on Sundays, public holidays or on 4 May.
More to do nearby
For an active day, a day out with the kids or something special with your group.
The heath between Vierhouten and Elspeet
Within walking distance of the hotel. At the end of August everything turns purple.
Cycling to the Veluwemeer
The lake is about 8 kilometres away. A lovely ride through forest and polder.
Wildlife spotting
With a bit of luck you'll see red deer and wild boar in the forests around Vierhouten, for example at the wildlife observation points.
Mountain biking
The Veluwe has superb mountain bike trails. Your bike is safe with us in the covered storage.
Golf
Het Rijk van Nunspeet golf course is close by, for a round before or after your stay.
A day at Walibi
Walibi Holland theme park is easy to reach from Vierhouten. A great day out for the whole family.
Cross-country skiing in winter
Snow on the Veluwe? Then we rent out cross-country skis. Followed by a hot chocolate by the fire.
Team building
Combine your meeting with an activity in the forest. We're happy to help plan the programme.
How to get here
By car you'll reach Vierhouten quickly from the A28. Parking on our own grounds is free, and there are two charging points for electric cars.
By public transport take the train to Nunspeet station and then the bus towards Vierhouten.
By bike you'll arrive via the cycle paths through the forest. Your bike can go in our covered storage with charging points.
Hotel Restaurant De Vossenberg
Elspeterbosweg 1
8076 RA Vierhouten, Netherlands