Outdoor & activities

Apeldoorn is the healthiest city in the Netherlands. Every conceivable type of sport is practiced here: from soccer to baseball and from running to fencing. Often at a high level! Here you will find the most beautiful forests in the Netherlands. You can wander for hours through vast and varied woods. Be prepared for some climbing, because it is hilly. And bring your binoculars to spot the wild boars and red deer that you may encounter here.

Hiking

The most enjoyable routes

The most enjoyable walking routes

Horseback riding

Discover the Veluwe on horseback

The Veluwe is the ideal place for a beautiful outdoor ride. You can take various day trips around Apeldoorn, but you can also create your own route using an extensive and unique network of junctions designed for recreational equestrians. There are also nice places to spend the night with your horse.

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Learn more about Apeldoorn with these audio tours

Active on the water!

Stand-up paddleboarding

Want to enjoy outdoor activities on the water? At SUP School Apeldoorn, you can learn how to paddleboard in a relaxed manner. Once you've mastered paddleboarding, the water-rich Netherlands will be at your feet!

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Canoeing

Canoeing on the Canal in Loenen! The Apeldoorns Canal is definitely worth exploring by canoe. It is a calm waterway, and there is a small road along the bank with little traffic.

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Climbing forest

One of Klimbos Nederland’s four unique locations is located in Apeldoorn: Klimbos Veluwe. With challenging bridges and nets, sturdy vines, and exciting zip lines, you will experience an incredible adventure in the heart of nature.

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Klimbos in Apeldoorn