De Eemhof Village has a slightly different feel from the other Center Parcs villages. The whole village is interspersed with waterways rather than having just one or two distinct lakes. There is no central Market Dome with restaurants and shops inside, but this village still offers all the usual water and land activities as well as a brilliant Aqua Mundo. Big families have a really good selection of accommodation to choose from including cottages, boathouses on Lake Eemmeer and apartments overlooking the water.
1-244, Slingerweg, Zeewolde, Flevoland, Netherlands, 3896 LD, Netherlands
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There are loads of water activities at De Eemhof including sailing, windsurfing, canoe hire and even a banana boat. Those without sea-legs might prefer to try out some archery or the climbing walls in the Action Factory. Kids will love the bungee trampolines, driving their own Safari Cars, and meeting the animals at the farm. Various day trips operate from the village such as a boat trip to the nearby town of Spakenburg where many women still wear traditional dress.
Aqua Mundo at De Eemhof
Included with every booking:
- Children’s pool
- Hot tubs
- Outdoor pool
- Turbo Twister water slide with inflatable rings
- Water slides
- Wave pool
- Wild river rapids
Where to Stay at De Eemhof
Hotel Room
- Sleeps up to 2 people + no infants
- No reduced mobility option
- Beds made on arrival
- Daily housekeeping
- Kettle in room
- Mini-fridge in room
- Lounge area
- Jacuzzi bath
- Towels and toiletries provided
- Buffet breakfast included
Premium Kids Cottage
- Sleeps up to 4 people + 2 infants
- Reduced mobility option for up to 4 people + 1 infant
- Beds made on arrival
- Second TV in main bedroom
- Playroom
- Kitchen package with tea towel, cleaning sponge, etc.
- Kitchen with dishwasher
- Towels not included
- Breakfast not included (can be purchased separately)
VIP Cottage
- Sleeps up to 4 people + 2 infants
- No reduced mobility option
- Beds made on arrival
- Second TV in main bedroom
- Jacuzzi bath
- Sauna
- Kitchen package with tea towel, cleaning sponge, etc.
- Kitchen with dishwasher
- Towels and toiletries included
- Breakfast not included (can be purchased separately)
Wellness Cottage
- Sleeps up to 4 people + 1 infant
- No reduced mobility option
- Beds made on arrival
- TV in both bedrooms
- Jacuzzi bath
- Sauna
- Bathrobes and slippers included
- Kitchen package with tea towel, cleaning sponge, etc.
- Kitchen with dishwasher and washer/dryer
- Towels and toiletries included
- Breakfast not included (can be purchased separately)
Adventure Cottage
- Sleeps up to 6 people + 2 infants
- No reduced mobility option
- Beds made on arrival
- Second TV in main bedroom
- Kitchen package with tea towel, cleaning sponge, etc.
- Kitchen with dishwasher
- Towels not included
- Breakfast not included (can be purchased separately)
Boathouse
- Sleeps up to 6 people + 2 infants
- No reduced mobility option
- Beds made on arrival
- Jacuzzi bath
- Kitchen package with tea towel, cleaning sponge, etc.
- Kitchen with dishwasher
- Towels included
- Breakfast not included (can be purchased separately)
Comfort Cottage
- Sleeps up to 6 people + 2 infants
- No reduced mobility option
- Bedding included, but beds not made up
- Kitchen with dishwasher
- Towels not included
- Breakfast not included (can be purchased separately)
Premium Cottage
- Sleeps up to 8 people + 2 infants
- Reduced mobility option for up to 4 people + 1 infant
- Beds made on arrival
- Second TV in main bedroom
- Kitchen package with tea towel, cleaning sponge, etc.
- Kitchen with dishwasher
- Towels not included
- Breakfast not included (can be purchased separately)
Water Front Suite VIP Apartment
- Sleeps up to 12 people + 2 infants
- No reduced mobility option
- Beds made on arrival
- Second TV in main bedroom
- Jacuzzi bath
- Sauna
- Kitchen package with tea towel, cleaning sponge, etc.
- Kitchen with dishwasher
- Towels and toiletries included
- Breakfast not included (can be purchased separately)
Where to Eat at De Eemhof
- Beachclub – serving meals and snacks overlooking Lake Eemmeer
- Brasserie Zuiderzoet – bar and restaurant serving international cuisine
- Evergreenz Buffet Restaurant – serving a buffet breakfast and dinner
- Grabber Joe’s Lunch Café Aqua Mundo – serving sandwiches, paninis and ice-creams poolside
- Grand Café – serving international food and drinks
- Frites Affairs – fast food restaurant serving burgers, fries and ice creams
- Fuego Grill Restaurant – serving burgers, meat skewers and fish dishes
- Nonna’s Italian Restaurant – serving pizzas and pasta
Supermarkets Near De Eemhof
- Onsite Daily Foodstore supermarket
- Aldi in Nijkerk – 9 miles
- Lidl in Nijkerk – 9 miles
- Lidl in Zeewolde – 12 miles
How Can I Get to De Eemhof?
Eurotunnel from Folkestone
| Route | Crossing Time | Onward Distance to Village | Onward Journey Time to Village |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folkestone – Calais | 35 minutes | 375 miles | 4½ hours |
Ferry from UK Port
| Route | Crossing Time | Onward Distance to Village | Onward Journey Time to Village |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dover – Calais | 1½ hours | 233 miles | 4 hours |
| Dover – Dunkirk | 2 hours | 215 miles | 3¾ hours |
| Folkestone to Calais | 1½ hours | 233 miles | 4 hours |
| Harwich – Hook of Holland | from 6½ hour day or night crossing | 79 miles | 1½ hours |
| Hull – Rotterdam | 11½ hour night crossing | 102 miles | 1¼ hours |
| Newcastle – Amsterdam Ijmuiden | 15¾ hour night crossing | 48 miles | 1 hour |
| Newhaven – Dieppe | 4 hours | 302 miles if choosing Google Maps route offered that avoids Lille ULEZ zone | 5¾ hours |
| Poole – Cherbourg | 4½ hours | 496 miles – adjust Google Maps route to avoid Lille ULEZ zone | 7¾ hours |
| Portsmouth – Caen | 5¾ hours | 430 miles if choosing Google Maps route offered that avoids Lille ULEZ zone | 6¾ hours |
| Portsmouth – Cherbourg | from 4¾ hours | 496 miles – adjust Google Maps route to avoid Lille ULEZ zone | 7¾ hours |
| Portsmouth – Le Havre | from 6 hours | 379 miles if choosing Google Maps route offered that avoids Lille ULEZ zone | 6 hours |
| Portsmouth – St. Malo | from 10 hours | 524 miles – adjust Google Maps route to avoid Lille ULEZ zone | 8¼ hours |
Eurostar from London St. Pancras International Station
- I wouldn’t recommend taking the Eurostar as all onward journeys include several transfers.
Flying from UK Airport
- To Amsterdam Schiphol Airport – all public transport routes from the airport include several changes and walking transfers. A taxi straight to the village takes around 45 minutes.
Looking for a village with a more traditional Center Parcs vibe? De Kempervennen Village near the Belgian border might be just the place.
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All distances have been taken from Google Maps. Journey times will vary depending on the time/day you travel and any unforeseen events such as accidents or roadworks. Whether you opt for planes, trains or ferries, remember to allow 1-2 hours for check-in and boarding each way.
Many countries are bringing in more and more ULEZ zones, which can make journeys difficult if your big old family car is non-compliant. Even cars that are compliant have to be registered to be allowed in these zones. This all gets pretty complicated, so it’s best to just avoid the relevant areas. Google Maps will often take you straight through a ULEZ zone without offering an alternative route, so make adjustments to your route before you set off if necessary. Visit drive2.city for up-to-date information on ULEZ zones in the UK and the rest of Europe.
