The nature around Westerbork

Recreation, wood extraction and nature go hand in hand in the forests of Drenthe around Westerbork. Sometimes the trees suddenly part and you unexpectedly come across an open field or a mysterious lake. Special inhabitants of the forests are badgers, which forage in wet stream valleys, but build their burrows in dry places. Find your way among the spruces and larches of the Hooghalen forestry, which is best known for the former Westerbork camp, which is located deep in the forest. From Landgoed het Timmerholt, where the route starts, you walk to the Museum of Papercutting. The museum shows you many original national and international facets of papercutting. You can park your car for free at Landgoed het Timmerholt. If you are looking for more than a walk, guests of the cozy holiday park can also swim, canoe and pedal boat to their heart's content in the private lake. In the winter, you might even be able to strap on your irons and skate around the lake!