{"id":9222,"date":"2025-12-08T12:26:18","date_gmt":"2025-12-08T11:26:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ontdekemmen.nl\/tips\/places-in-drenthe\/"},"modified":"2026-11-13T10:48:44","modified_gmt":"2026-11-13T09:48:44","slug":"places-in-drenthe","status":"publish","type":"tips","link":"https:\/\/ontdekemmen.nl\/en\/tips-en\/places-in-drenthe\/","title":{"rendered":"Places in Drenthe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Places in Drenthe: Every Place Has Its Own Charm<\/span><\/h1>\n

You only truly discover Drenthe once you drive into the province\u2014not from the highway, but via quiet roads winding through villages, heathland, and dolmens. Here, it\u2019s not about rushing, but about peace and quiet\u2014about that feeling of being completely away from it all.<\/span><\/p>\n

The towns in Drenthe are each unique\u2014no tall buildings or busy streets, but above all nature and historic villages. Places where you can relax and where life feels just a little simpler.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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\"\" From villages to cities: discover the regions of Drenthe<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

Drenthe is divided into four regions, each with its own unique attractions. From forests to historic villages, from festivals to quiet areas, it\u2019s all nearby\u2014and it\u2019s precisely this variety that makes exploring the province so enjoyable.<\/span><\/p>\n

Kop van Drenthe: Assen and the North<\/span><\/h3>\n

In the north of Drenthe lies the Kop van Drenthe. Here you\u2019ll find Assen, the largest town in this region. You can go shopping, visit restaurants and cafes, or explore the Drents Museum. Just outside the city lie villages such as Roden, Norg, and Veenhuizen. The latter is particularly special, as it is a former prison village that is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During a walk through Veenhuizen, you can still see and feel the history reflected in the buildings and the atmosphere of the village.<\/span><\/p>\n

Hondsrug Drenthe: Nature with a Story<\/span><\/h3>\n

The Hondsrug isn’t just any part of Drenthe. It’s a unique UNESCO Geopark featuring dolmens, sand dunes, and ancient villages. <\/span><\/p>\n

In the heart of this region lies Emmen, a city with a small-town feel. You can go shopping there, relax at an outdoor caf\u00e9, or catch a show at the ATLAS Theater. In the mood for something active? WILDLANDS is highly recommended, especially if you have kids.<\/span><\/p>\n

Or would you rather get out into nature? Then you don’t have to travel far. You can be in the Valtherbos or on the Bargerveen heath in no time. The nearby villages are also fun to visit.<\/span><\/p>\n