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Drenthe

Drenthe, sometimes written as Drente, is a province in the Netherlands.

Cities

  • Assen - Capital of Drenthe, once a year the famous TT Assen is staged here.
  • Emmen - Old village, nowadays it is bigger than Assen. Famous for its Zoo.
  • Zuidlaren - Old village in the north of the state, once a year a big animal market is held here.
  • Roden Old village
  • Norg

Other destinations

  • Dwingeloo - Good access point for the Dwingelose heide, a national park.
  • Westerbork - In WOII a large transporting camp was outside this village. Many jews have been transported this place. It is now a museum. Furthermore there is a large radiotelescope.
  • Borger - The town itself is far from interesting, but in the wider region many people spend there holidays. Many forests are to be found here, with little lakes to swim in. Also, the largest hunnebed of the Netherlands is to be found here. This is not a flat region, by Dutch standards, but quite hilly. Also, a large sheep festival is held every year in Exloo.
  • Orvelte - In Orvelte a park with old houses can be found. Very interesting. It gives a glimpse of the countryside in past centuries.

Travel to Drenthe & Visa Requirements

It is easiest to come by train from Utrecht, or Groningen (city). If you want to visit Emmen you can take a bus from Groningen (city) or take a train from Zwolle.

Tours & Getting around Drenthe

Within the state, travel by bus is possible. But the best way to explore is by bike. As there are many little nice villages and small places to visit, it is a good idea to go exploring by bike. Many bikeroads have been build.

Drenthe attractions and sightseeing

Drenthe city tours

Rent a bike and explore. Visit little villages, have a drink. Take in some food in some of the excellent restaurants you will come across. If getting to tired, put your bike on the train.

This page was last edited at 20:02, on 14 December 2007 by Niels Elgaard Larsen. Based on work by Stacy Hall, Nick Roux and Colin Jensen, Wikitravel user(s) Episteme and Wesopa and Anonymous user(s) of Wikitravel.

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