In a few weeks it will be that time again; time for autumn holidays in the Netherlands! The summer holidays seem like a short time ago, but I can assure you… here at home the children are already looking forward to the autumn holidays. A popular week in the autumn to spend a nice time in the Netherlands after the start of a new school year. A midweek away during the autumn holidays is wonderful, isn't it!
Research by travel organization Belvilla shows that the Netherlands is most popular as a holiday destination during the autumn holidays among the Dutch (56% of the bookings), Germans (37%) and Belgians (7%).
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Always handy to know if you want to book a midweek away when the autumn holiday falls in the Netherlands. In 2020 that will be:
The autumn holiday is usually put in something different than a summer holiday, whether you go on holiday in the Netherlands for a midweek or elsewhere. Because it is 'only' possible to book a week away, most often look for it closer to home, in other words in their own country. Prefer a day out? Then Paleis 't Loo is highly recommended for the whole family!
In addition, a holiday in the sun is not what we focus on. We still like to go to the beach during the autumn holidays, but the woods and the Veluwe also score very high when it comes to a week or midweek away. Looking for acorns in the woods, eating pancakes on the way back to your holiday home and playing games together when the weather is a bit colder.
Naturally, the holiday parks are popular during a midweek away during the autumn holidays in the Netherlands. Beautiful parks like this one at Landal and Beekse Bergen are very popular (also read my review about the Safari Resort). But lesser-known holiday parks are also doing well.
Tip:check here the best holiday parks where you can still go during the autumn holidays.
When looking for holiday homes in the Netherlands, the most searched for a midweek break during the autumn holidays is for swimming pool, wifi and location by the sea. It is also funny to see that some of the holidaymakers specifically search for 'at a holiday park' and some do not want to sit at a holiday park.
Update midweek away autumn break:August 2020
If you would like to book a midweek away during the autumn holiday in the Netherlands, take a look around the internet now, because there are still the necessary accommodations to book with a discount. At Landal they give a 30% discount, for example, and at Bungalows.nl you will also find all kinds of last minutes to book.
We also love to go away for a week during the autumn holidays. This year I honestly don't know if the jobs in our house and the agreements I have for my company will be successful, but I'm happy to give you inspiration!
The land of Bartje in Drenthe is a wonderful holiday park. We enjoyed everything Drenthe has to offer there. Not only a nice accommodation in a ditto park, but also a beautiful environment with beautiful nature and lots of fun things to do. You can rent bicycles during your midweek away, go out with the covered wagon during the autumn holidays, visit dolmens and so on! Fellow blogger Laura also had a great time in Land van Bartje.
More information about this park can be found here .
I can't repeat it enough, but what we enjoyed at this park. Unfortunately we only had a weekend to discover everything. Can you check what you can do here in a midweek away during the autumn holidays. Bowling, watching animals from your couch, swimming, watching animals from your veranda, to the Beekse Bergen itself and so on. Oh yeah, and don't forget the animal watching 😉 . This is a mecca for animal lovers, and for children too!
More information about the resort can be found here
Even though it may be a bit cold on the water, RCN de Schotsman is a great park to spend a wonderful week in Zeeland. Not located right on the beach, but the beach is within easy reach for lovely beach walks, for example. You may also be able to go out with the sailboat and Neeltje Jans and a climbing forest are nearby. So enjoy yourself during the autumn holidays and a midweek getaway.
Did you know that this fairytale campsite not only has room for tents (a bit cold perhaps during the autumn holidays in the Netherlands), but also nice chalets, lodges and cottages? With entertainment, a theater and an indoor swimming pool, there is always something fun to do.
More information about the fairytale campsite can be found here
Stayokay Dordrecht is located in the middle of the Biesbosch. With a playground, petting zoo and the Biesbosch itself around the corner, you can enjoy yourself here. The prices are reasonable and the service is excellent. Enjoy sailing in a whisper boat and explore the Dordrecht area during the autumn holidays during your midweek away!
More information about this hostel can be found here
The Stayokay in Texel has also been tested by us and appears to guarantee a very child-friendly holiday. A visit to Ecomare, cuddling with the sheep and especially a visit to the Bonte Belevenis should not be missing in your autumn midweek planning in this part of the Netherlands.
You can find more information about this Stayokay here
Do you want to spend a midweek somewhere in the Netherlands during the autumn holidays or away at another time? The Efteling is always good. Our stay at the Loonsche Land was fantastic and the children would like to go again. That always says enough I think! ps…. would you like to be near the Efteling, but not in the park itself? Then check out the possibilities of the Guesthouse Hotel in Kaatsheuvel.
More information can be found here
The cottages at Vakantiepark Dierenbos offer you lots of privacy during your midweek away and some even have a hot tub at the cottage, super nice during the autumn holiday in the Netherlands of course! You can also play miniature golf, bowl, play in the playground and swim in the indoor pool. There is also a lovely fish pond and plenty of room for the children to enjoy the outdoors!
More information about this holiday park can be found here
Would you rather not stay at a holiday park, but rather enjoy yourself in a hotel by the sea? Then I can definitely recommend the Badhotel Domburg. In Zeeland there are more than enough fun things to do with your children and if you still want some time for yourself in the evening, you can use the wellness part in the hotel. Blessed!
More information about this hotel can be found here
We walked a lot in this beautiful place. We took the dog with us at the time and since Erfgoedlogies d'Ouffenhoff is located along the Maas, walking here is an excellent idea. Kids can play to their heart's content in the convenient courtyard, and there are plenty of fun things to see nearby. Check out the tea house on the Maas or visit Venlo.
More information about this beautiful location can be found here
It's been a while since we were here, but I can still remember how we enjoyed ourselves at Villa Beau Lieu in Bergen. A midweek getaway near the beach to get a breath of fresh air on an autumn day is always nice. With super hospitable owners you can enjoy this place in the Netherlands during the autumn holidays.
More information can be found here
