{"id":9215,"date":"2026-06-17T12:42:31","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T10:42:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ontdekemmen.nl\/tips\/picnicking-in-emmen-the-best-spots-to-enjoy-the-outdoors\/"},"modified":"2026-11-13T10:31:03","modified_gmt":"2026-11-13T09:31:03","slug":"picnicking-in-emmen-the-best-spots-to-enjoy-the-outdoors","status":"publish","type":"tips","link":"https:\/\/ontdekemmen.nl\/en\/tips-en\/picnicking-in-emmen-the-best-spots-to-enjoy-the-outdoors\/","title":{"rendered":"Picnicking in Emmen: The Best Spots to Enjoy the Outdoors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"pane pane--white\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n        <div class=\"row g-4 g-lg-8 g-xl-15 justify-content-center\">\n                                                <div class=\"col-12 col-lg-8\">\n                        <div class=\"pane__text\">\n                            <h1><strong>The Best Places for a Picnic in Emmen<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Grab a blanket, pack some treats, and head outside. In Emmen, it\u2019s that easy. You\u2019ll find plenty of spots here to settle down: surrounded by nature, by the water, or even close to downtown.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve listed the best picnic spots in Emmen for you. Perfect for a relaxing afternoon outdoors.<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"col-12 col-lg-8\">\n                        <div class=\"pane__text\">\n                            <h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ontdekemmen.nl\/wp-content\/themes\/ontdek-emmen\/assets\/img\/blocks-title.svg\" class=\"text-figure me-1 me-lg-2 mt-n1\" width=\"24\" height=\"18\" alt=\"\" \/> <span><strong>Between the Forest and Nature<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Emmerdennen<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Forests, sand, and varying elevations make this a true outdoor destination. You\u2019ll always find a quiet spot among the trees to spread out your blanket. And with the hunebeds nearby, your picnic here gets that extra touch of Drenthe history.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Noordbargerbos<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Close to downtown, yet it feels like you\u2019ve really gotten away. A lovely forest for walking and taking a break with a picnic.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Valtherbos<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Varied and spacious, with plenty of quiet spots to sit down and enjoy nature. You\u2019ll also find dolmens nearby that you can visit during your walk.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Bargerveen<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Vast, quiet, and impressive. Here you can have a picnic with a view of the open landscape: a true escape.<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"col-12 col-lg-8\">\n                        <div class=\"pane__text\">\n                            <h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ontdekemmen.nl\/wp-content\/themes\/ontdek-emmen\/assets\/img\/blocks-title.svg\" class=\"text-figure me-1 me-lg-2 mt-n1\" width=\"24\" height=\"18\" alt=\"\" \/> <span><strong>By the Water<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Rietplas<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Beach, water, and plenty of space. A place where you can easily spend the whole afternoon, enjoying the mix of sun, water, and greenery.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Emmer-Compascuum Fishing Pond<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>A peaceful spot by the water where you come mainly to relax. Spread out your blanket and enjoy the quiet and the view.<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"col-12 col-lg-8\">\n                        <div class=\"pane__text\">\n                            <h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ontdekemmen.nl\/wp-content\/themes\/ontdek-emmen\/assets\/img\/blocks-title.svg\" class=\"text-figure me-1 me-lg-2 mt-n1\" width=\"24\" height=\"18\" alt=\"\" \/> <span><strong>In and around the city center<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Rensenpark<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>A unique blend of greenery, culture, and open space right in the heart of Emmen. Ideal for a relaxing picnic in the city center.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Raadhuisplein<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Right in the heart of downtown, yet lively and welcoming precisely because of that. 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