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Recreatiepark De Paalberg

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Recreatiepark De Paalberg is in the north-west of Veluwe, close to Ermelo. It is one of the first campsites in the Netherlands. Already in 1915 there were campers coming to this part of Gelderland to enjoy the beautiful nature. Because the place is a great departure point for biking and hiking. There are paths going directly into the forest via the gates of the campsite. There are also numerous beautiful villages and towns nearby, such as Harderwijk or the smallest town in the Netherlands, Staverden.

Comfortable camping surrounded by nature

All pitches are very large. The difference between the standard pitches and the comfort pitches isn’t the size, but the water supply to the comfort pitches. Several fields look out on a playground. Campers who value their privacy may choose a private pitch. There is also equipped accommodation that can be rented.

Swimming allowed

Those who like to swim have a wide choice on Recreatiepark De Paalberg. The covered pool has a nice slide and there is some colourful playground equipment in the toddler pool. There is also the heated outside pool, which is ideal for swimming laps. During the school holidays, there is inflatable equipment in the water for great water fun. There is also a children’s pool outside, with a low slide. The campsite also has a whirlpool, a sauna, and a Turkish steam bath.

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€23 per night during lowseason
Campsite accepts ACSI Club ID
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Inspected annually

This inspector visits Recreatiepark De Paalberg every year and inspects the campsite based on more than 200 facilities and other points. The inspector is an employee of ACSI and not affiliated with the campsite.

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Reviews (22)

Average rating: 8.0

Toilet facilities: 8.0
Staff: 8.0
Price - quality comparison: 7.9
Child friendliness: 8.1
Entertainment: 7.5
Sports facilities: 7.8
Swimming pool: 8.2
Food and drink: 7.7
Surroundings: 8.9

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Gerda, on this campsite in July 2023
7.2

Travelling party: Family with children, 12 - 18 years

Gaat hard achteruit. Predikaat koninklijk kan er wel af.
Al jaren vaste bezoeker van de Paalberg. Schitterende omgeving om te wandelen/fietsen en leuke dorpjes/stadjes in de omgeving.
Sinds het VDB Holiday is gaat het richting massa is kassa:
- Toiletgebouw wordt schoongemaakt met 2 doekjes, geen emmer sop. En maar 2 keer per dag. Haal er een paar keer per week een hogedrukspuit doorheen, zal een stuk schelen. Vuil op de vloer in damestoilet de pyramide heeft er ruim een week gelegen. Kraan damestoilet pyramide al een jaar stuk.
- restaurant lang wachten. Personeel staat met elkaar te praten ipv te bedienen. De pizzabakker smijt de pizzaschep steeds met een knal op de oven. 2e drankje kwam pas toen we klaar waren met eten.
- Eten bestellen via internet en afhalen kan niet meer dus je staat nu lang te wachten tot je bestelling klaar is
- winkeltje vernieuwd maar nog beperkt aanbod en beperkt open. Uitsluitend betalen met pin waardoor je niet meer even de kinderen voor de verse broodjes kan sturen.
- veel wisseling personeel, minder vriendelijk en minder attent
- Mooi zwembad, zowel binnen als buiten.
- we stonden voor het toiletgebouw, tegenover het restaurant. Dag en nacht hoor je een bromtoon van de warmtepompen van het toiletgebouw en bijna dagelijks komt een vrachtwagen die een uur zijn motor laat draaien.
- medewerkers rijden hard over het terrein

Facilities

General information

Guide price 1: €55.00
Guide price 2: €58.00
Period of opening: 01-01-2025 till 31-12-2025
Area: 30 ha
Altitude: 15m
Number of touring pitches: 163 (100 - 120m²)
Number of camper pitches: 22
Number of permanent pitches: 320
Number of accommodation units for hire: 35
Campsite suitable for disabled persons: Yes

** Amenities in bold we know are not included in the overnight price and that there will be additional charges for them. Please note that some non-bold amenities may also incur additional costs.

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Outdoor swimming pool
- surface area:450 m2
- period:01-05/30-09
- Heated:Yes
Indoor swimming pool (heated)
- surface area:175 m2
Tropical leisure pool
Wifi 80-100% coverage
Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Recharging point for electric cars
- total:2

Internet

Mobile internet
- Type:4G
Wifi 80-100% coverage

At the reception

Reservation with CampingCard ACSI also possible
ACSI Club ID is accepted as an identity document
Advance booking recommended for high season
Credit cards accepted
- credit card:Visa Card | MasterCard
Payment by debit card/Maestro possible
Defibrillator
Reception easily accessible for the disabled
Languages spoken at reception (during the main season)
- languages:Dutch | English | German
Payment request on the spot, via mobile phone

Pitch amenities

Car-free pitches
Water connection at/near the pitch (max. 15 m)
Waste water drainage at/near the pitch (max. 15 m)
Tap at/near the pitch (max. 50 m)
Also suitable for caravans > 5.5m, excluding towbar
Electrical hook-ups possible
- Max. electricity:6 ampère | 10 ampère
Euro-plug required
Pitches with radio and television connections

Campsite rules

Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Dog(s) in low season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Caravans allowed
Tents allowed
Small extra tent permitted
Motorhomes allowed
Car-free pitches
Twin-axle vehicles permitted
Barbecues permitted
- type of BBQ:gas

Dogs

Dog(s) in high season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Dog(s) in low season (on lead)
- Max. total:2

Toilet facilities

Washbasins: hot water
Washbasins: cold water
Heated toilet facilities
Individual washcabins: hot water
Individual washcabins: cold water
Standard toilets
Toilet paper provided
Toilet for the elderly
Chemical toilet disposal point
Toilet-shower combination (215cmsx215cms minimum)
Showers: hot water
Showers: cold water
Family shower
Senior citizens' shower (with extra wall supports)
Water and toilet facilities for disabled people in the same building as for the other campers
Shower seat / shower chair (folding or mobile) approximately 48 cm high
Canteen/restaurant has toilet adapted for disabled people
Baby room
Tap without push control
Cleaning station for chemical toilets
Private sanitary facilities at the pitch

Ground and vegetation

Pitches with plenty of shade
Pitches with some shade
Unshaded pitches
Marked pitches
grass
Sand

Washing, washing-up, cooking

Washing up sinks: hot water
Washing up sinks: cold water
Washing machine(s)
Laundry sinks: cold water
Laundry sinks: hot water
Dryers
Ironing facilities

Food, drink and groceries

Fresh bread available at the camp site
Groceries: extensive selection
Shop/supermarket with level entrance or with ramp
Restaurant (with ample choice)
Canteen/restaurant with level entrance or with ramp
Snack bar
Pizzeria
Takeaway meals
Bar
Freezing for cooling elements

Rental accommodations

Bungalows/chalets
- total:29
Safari tents with sanitary facilities
- total:6

Available to hire at the campsite

Bicycles
Mountainbikes
Go-kart
Electric bikes

Swimming

Indoor swimming pool (heated)
- surface area:175 m2
Tropical leisure pool
Water slide (> 10 m)
Outdoor swimming pool
- surface area:450 m2
- period:01-05/30-09
- Heated:Yes
Toddlers' pool (ages 1-3, < 40 cm)
- surface area:20 m2
- Heated:Yes

Wellness

Sauna
Whirlpool
Steam bath
Solarium

For children

Water slide (> 10 m)
Children's playground: large
Toddlers' pool (ages 1-3, < 40 cm)
- surface area:20 m2
- Heated:Yes
Entertainment programme: Children (at least 2x a week - h.s.)
- languages:Dutch | English
- period:29-03/20-05 | 08-07/31-08
Children's playground: small
Games room
Dance nights
Mini club (at least 4x a week - high season)
- languages:Dutch
Baby room
Water play area
Bouncy castle
Crazy golf
Camping field with play equipment

Sport and games

Table tennis table
Multi-sports field
Tennis court(s)
Jeu de boules alley(s)
Beach volleyball
Crazy golf
Golf course nearby (max. 10 km)
- distance:8 km
- total:18
Archery
Geocaching
Mountain bike routes at the campsite
- difficulty:average | easy

Recreation (adults)

Entertainment for children from 13 to 18 years (at least 2x a week)
- languages:Dutch | English
- period:08-07/31-08
Entertainment programme: Adults (at least 2x a week - h.s.)
- languages:Dutch | English
- period:08-07/31-08
Cycle routes starting at the camp site
- level:average | easy
Marked out walking routes near the camp site
- level:average | easy
Games room
Television
GPS walks

Situation of campsite

Located in the woods
Close to motorway junction (< 10 km)
- distance:6 km
Public transport near the camp site (max. 0.5 km)
- distance:0.5 km
Shopping opportunities in the vicinity (< 10 km)
- distance:3 km

For motorhomes

Motorhomes allowed
Special facilities for motorhomes
- water refill
- grey water discharge
- electrical hook-up optional (Max. electricity: 6 ampère | 10 ampère)
Special pitches for motorhomes
- Surface area:65 m2
- Amount:22
Also suitable for motorhomes > 8m and > 4 tonnes
- weight:5000 kg
Motorhome pitch surface
- surface:paved

Disabled

Disabled sanitary facilities on one level or accessible via a ramp
Width of door 100 cms minimum
Foldaway/lockable supports on at least 1 side of the toilet
Height toilet-seat approx. 48 cms
Next to toilet on at least one side approx. 90cms room to manoeuvre
In front of toilet at least 120 cms room to manoeuvre
No threshold of over 2cms high in sanitary block
Width of corridor in sanitary block 120 cms minimum
Door-springs light enough (3-4 kgs pressure)
Toilet-shower combination (215cmsx215cms minimum)
Water and toilet facilities for disabled people in the same building as for the other campers
Shower seat / shower chair (folding or mobile) approximately 48 cm high
Canteen/restaurant with level entrance or with ramp
Canteen/restaurant has toilet adapted for disabled people
Shop/supermarket with level entrance or with ramp
Tap without push control
Reception easily accessible for the disabled

Miscellaneous

Footpaths and roads are lit
Patrolled grounds
Quiet during the day
Quiet during the night
Recharging point for electric cars
- total:2
Reservation recommended for low season

Weather

The weather on this campsite

Climate

	Relative humidity	Precipitation total (mm)	Hours of sunshine
Jan	90%	65	2
Feb	87%	58	3
Mar	84%	60	4
Apr	78%	47	6
May	77%	61	7
Jun	79%	67	7
Jul	81%	95	7
Aug	82%	92	6
Sep	86%	74	5
Oct	88%	74	4
Nov	91%	73	2
Dec	92%	70	2

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Recreatiepark De Paalberg
Drieërweg 125
3852 MA / Ermelo
Netherlands
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52°17'16"N 5°39'25"E
A28 exit 12 dir. Ermelo. Turn left at the 6th roundabout (on the south side of Ermelo) dir. Drie. Campsite signposted.