Dutch campsites: camping at a vineyard
How well-known are the beautiful views of the vineyards of Italy and France. Their beauty is unsurpassed and also regularly used as a backdrop for films. Wine is also grown in the Netherlands. How nice it is to camp at a vineyard in your own country! For example, check out these five special campsites.
Thabor farm in Friesland
Enjoying Frisian nature, that's what you can do at the Thabor hoeve. You'll find a vineyard, wine tasting, meeting room and mini-campsite. The location can be rented for all kinds of occasions. Originally it was a monastery, the Thaborkleaster, now you can enjoy the peace and quiet at the campsite and in the small-scale vineyard. In the surroundings are the cities of Sneek and Bolsward, part of the Elfsteden. But also idyllic Frisian villages such as IJsbrechtum, Tirns, Eastereind, Oudega and Blauwhuis.
The vineyard
The vineyard was established in 2011 and consists of approximately 2,500 grapevines. The wines from the Thabor farm are made from their own grapes. The grape varieties are: Cabernet Cortis (blue grape), Solaris (white grape), and Johanniter (white grape). The volumes are still small, but the taste and quality have already surprised many people. In the summer, there are several wine tastings where you can get acquainted with the unique Frisian wines. Of course, you can also order wine there, so you can toast at your camper or caravan.
More information: www.thaborhoeve.nl
The Kreitsberg in Zeeland (Nbr)
On the edge of the nature reserve De Maashorst in the village of Zeeland, North Brabant, lies the Kreitsberg. In addition to a vineyard and a farm campsite, the accommodation also has a Bed & Breakfast and a donkey stable. According to the Kreitsberg website, you can come here for the 'France feeling', namely for nature, peace, nostalgia, a personal approach and freedom. Within 100 meters of the campsite you are already in the forest, including a beautiful fen.
The vineyard
Vineyard 'De Kreitsberg' consists of 1.2 hectares. It is the only vineyard in the Maashorst that produces various Maashorst wines. On average once a week during the season, as a camping guest, you can get a guided tour of the vineyard, including a visit to the wine cellar and a tasting glass of wine. Discover everything about the origin of the vineyard, the grape varieties and the winemaking process. Guided tours for groups are also available by appointment, followed by a wine tasting.
More information: www.dekreitsberg.nl
Winery and Herbs in Schijndel
A camping and wine farm with a spacious, rural campsite, a herb garden and vineyard. That is the Winery and Herbs in Schijndel, North Brabant. During your holiday, stroll through the herb garden, discover the wine farm and in the evening eat the most delicious products fresh from the land. The owners want to show people how plants grow, bloom and taste. And of course, all the things you can make from them.
The vineyard
The vineyard is planted in the shape of the Labyrinth of Chartres. A special, ancient form, which is already described in Greek mythology. The Greeks had their story, as did the Romans and the Catholics. Central to all these stories, however, is the "walking of your life path". From the vineyard, various white and red wines are made from our own grapes. These are for sale in the local store.
More information: www.wineryandherbs.nl
Winery Elanova in Vorden
In the east of the country, in the Achterhoek, lies Wijnhoeve Elanova. Here you will find both a vineyard and a mini campsite. The quiet mini campsite is located behind the farm and vineyard and consists of thirty spacious pitches including water and electricity. Elanova has a central location in relation to the villages of Vorden, Ruurlo and Hengelo Gld. In the area you can enjoy hiking and cycling.
The vineyard
What is now a vineyard was, until 1992, a dairy farm with dairy cattle, breeding bulls, and pigs. In early May 2009, 6000 cuttings were planted in the vineyard, and Elanova became a member of the Achterhoekse Wijnbouwers Cooperative. The vineyard has vines of various grapes: Cabernet Cortis, Johanniter, and Solaris. Curious about the vineyard and the wines? From April to October, there is a guided tour every Saturday, including a wine tasting; with a group of at least 8 people, you can also arrange a different day.
More information: elanova.nl
Klein-Amerika in Groesbeek
Camping, vineyard, and farm Klein-Amerika can be found in Groesbeek, Gelderland. At the campsite, you have all the peace and space, while enjoying the beautiful panoramic views of the German Reichswald, the Limburgse Zevendal, and the Sint Jansberg. The campsite is located on the Pieterpad and is just over 1 kilometer from the center of Groesbeek.
The vineyard
In the spring of 2006, several vineyards were established in Groesbeek, including the Klein-Amerika vineyard. At that time, 2000 white grapevines (Cabernet Blanc) and 2000 blue grapevines (Regent and Cabernet Colonjes) were planted. In the spring of 2017, another 250 Cabernet Blanc vines were planted around the event area. This yields many different wines and also pure grape juice. There are various options for an excursion in the vineyard or a tasting of the Groesbeek wine.
More information: klein-amerika.nl
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