Discover the magic of Diever
A perfect day trip from Westerbork
Are you on holiday in a cottage in Westerbork and looking for a fun day trip in the area? Then Diever is an absolute must. This charming village in Drenthe is just a half-hour drive from our holiday park in Westerbork and offers a surprising mix of culture, nature and relaxation. Ideal for families, couples or groups of friends who want to do something different during their stay.
During your day trip, you can enjoy lunch or dinner in one of the cosy restaurants or eateries in the village. Whether you fancy a traditional pancake, a locally brewed beer or a luxury dinner: you will always find something to your taste in Diever.
Historical and cultural Diever
Plenty to do
Diever is known as the “Shakespeare village of the Netherlands”. Every year, a Shakespeare play is performed here in the beautiful open-air theatre in the middle of the woods. There is plenty to experience outside the theatre season too: the village breathes history with its old village square, centuries-old farms and cosy village centre.
Visitors interested in culture and history can take a walk along the monumental buildings or visit the OERmuseum. Here you will learn all about the prehistory of Drenthe and the special archaeological finds from the Diever area.
Nature around Diever
The 'Drents-Friese Wold'
For nature lovers, Diever is a true paradise. It lies on the edge of National Park Drents-Friese Wold, one of the largest nature reserves in the Netherlands. Here you will find vast forests, heaths and sand drifts - perfect for a brisk walk, a bicycle ride or even a picnic in the countryside.
From your cottage in Westerbork you can drive to one of the many starting points of beautiful walking routes around Diever within 30 minutes. This is also a wonderful destination for families with children, with plenty of room to play and explore.
Diever & Westerbork
Close by and yet away from it all
Are you staying at our holiday park in Westerbork? Then Diever is one of the nicest daytrips in the area. Whether you enjoy nature, culture or just a relaxing day out: in Diever you will find it all. And at the end of the day you will soon be back in your comfortable cottage in Westerbork.
From Westerbork, Diever is easy to reach, both by car and by bike. By car, it takes about 30 minutes to drive along rural roads through the beautiful Drenthe countryside. The route is well signposted and already offers a foretaste of the peace and space that make this region so special. For active holidaymakers, a cycle trip to Diever is also highly recommended. Via beautiful cycle paths and quiet roads, you will reach the village in about an hour and a half, a perfect combination of exercise and nature experience. So the enjoyment starts on the way!
