News

• WIFI has been upgraded with more antenna masts and new equipment.
• We are trying to generate more and more of our own energy by investing in solar panels.
• It is now also possible to rent a rental chalet for 4 people and bring the dog along.
• Pitch 95 has become a large comfort pitch on a field with rental chalets
• The pitches with private sanitary units 14 and 15 have been enlarged by placing posts instead of bushes
• The private sanitary units 145 - 154 have electric water heaters instead of geysers

't Nije Hemelriek is a household name in Drenthe. Just a stone's throw from our campsite de Berken in Gasselte, you will find this beautiful recreational lake. In summer you can swim, splash around and relax by the water. Het Nije Hemelriek is located in the Gasselterveld, which a hundred years ago was still a large nature area (filled mainly with the typical Drenthe heather) on the west side of Geopark de Hondsrug.

Camping during the May holiday in Drenthe in 2023? At our campsite, we provide a whole range of fun activities for children or the whole family. Curious about these activities? Check out the recreational programmes here. There are also many fun activities in the immediate vicinity. Check out our top 10 activities for children.

Glamping is a term that has gained more and more popularity in recent years. Glamping is a combination of the word 'glamour' and 'camping'. It stands for camping, but with the luxury that you get when you stay in a hotel. At Camping de Berken in Gasselte (Drenthe), you can fully enjoy nature with all the comforts of home!

Summer holidays are almost upon us. Have you already booked a holiday or are you still in doubt about your destination? We can't say it often enough: celebrate your summer holidays with us at Camping De Berken in Drenthe!

Do you have a dog and are going on holiday? A holiday abroad involves a lot of arranging. If you choose not to take the dog with you, a boarding or babysitting address is necessary. If you do take the dog with you, you will soon have to think about the right vaccinations and procedures, especially when you go abroad. Also, a long (car) journey can be uncomfortable for the dog. Fortunately, many campsites in the Netherlands now allow you to bring your four-legged friend along! Like at campsite de Berken in Gasselte in Drenthe.

Can you bring your dog to the campsite?

Many campsites allow you to bring your dog along. This is often clearly indicated, because sometimes it differs per site whether a dog is allowed or not. At our campsite, dogs are welcome everywhere. Outside the campsite there is space to let your dog out and on the campsite itself he should always be on a leash. In addition, we take extra account of the possible presence of pets in our Berken-Studios and rental chalets with dog.

In 2022 we will continue to renew our facilities. We will do everything we can to remain at the forefront of the quality of all our facilities, rental accommodation and private sanitary facilities.

See below the most important renewals for the season 2022:

The private sanitary facilities at numbers 21 - 24 will be provided with new private sanitary cabins.
The shower system with passes will be cancelled and replaced by a free system.
the rental chalets 128 and 129 will be replaced by new chalets and will also get new outdoor sets.
The electricity system (for the campers) will be provided with new meters with 10 amp. It remains possible to purchase 16 amp. at a charge. The rate is exclusive of the use of electricity € 0.60 per KwH.
Curious about the other innovations? Click on more info!

Will you be camping at Camping de Berken? You will find yourself in the middle of the Hondsrug between cities like Groningen, Emmen and Assen. An ideal location, because there is more than enough to do in this area. Just like at our campsite. For everyone who wants to do something outside the campsite on a regular basis, we have put together a top 4 of activities:

A private spot in the beautiful nature of Drenthe; it is a long-cherished dream of many. You too can experience this dream, by making use of the many rental possibilities of Camping de Berken. Whether you are looking for the luxury of a chalet or the camping feeling of a tent - at our picturesque location you will find complete relaxation. Below we tell you more about the rental options.

By choosing our child-friendly campsite in Drenthe, you are choosing an adventurous holiday in your own country. On the campsite itself, children will find endless opportunities to have fun. There are lovely playgrounds and we have a fantastic crafts loft. We would also like to draw your attention to our recreational programme, which is not the same every day. In addition, of course, there is plenty to do outside the campsite. If there is one province where children will not be bored, it is Drenthe. This is our Top 10.

Enjoying the camping feeling but with the comforts of home? Then choose a campsite with its own sanitary facilities. At Camping de Berken we have various camping pitches with private sanitary facilities. What are the advantages of camping with private sanitary facilities? And for whom is a campsite with its own sanitary facilities suitable?

Would you like to stay in green surroundings, but still enjoy the comfort of modern facilities? Then renting a chalet in Drenthe is an excellent option. And especially at Camping de Berken, located right in the impressive natural beauty of Unesco Geopark de Hondsrug. In this article, we tell you what to expect when renting one of our chalets.

Traditional camping with caravan and tent does not appeal to everyone. Possible solutions then include renting a chalet or hiker's hut. But would you like to combine the mobility of a caravan with the comfort of your own chalet or cabin? Then go on holiday with a campervan! At Camping de Berken in Drenthe, you will find 4 beautiful camper pitches especially for this purpose.

Many inhabitants of Drenthe know that Camping de Berken is located in the middle of the beautiful Hondsrug nature reserve. But did you know that our campsite is also beautifully situated in the middle of several nearby golf courses? This makes our campsite the ideal base for anyone who wants to combine a wonderful holiday with practising their favourite sport.

Looking for a beautiful ANWB campsite in Drenthe? The Royal Dutch Tourist Association ANWB rates Camping de Berken with no less than 4 stars! Our campsite is also included in the list of highly rated ANWB Charme campsites. In this article we explain why Camping de Berken is rated so highly by this Dutch tourist organisation and what requirements an ANWB campsite in Drenthe has to meet.

Finding the desired holiday destination is not always easy. The simplicity of camping, for example, does not appeal to everyone, while the hustle and bustle of a hotel certainly has its drawbacks. Do you also find it difficult to choose between the above options? Then consider the golden mean: a stay in an authentic hiker's hut in Drenthe!

The camping season is over and the children are back at school, with a week of autumn holidays as a welcome break. Perhaps you are taking them into the woods to look for mushrooms, an amusement park is on the programme, or you have other plans. Going camping' is probably not one of them, because apart from the campsites with mostly regular guests, most seasonal campsites are already closed.

You are busy enough with the hectic pace of everyday life. Work commitments, private obligations and other environmental influences all demand your attention. Once in a while, it is time to escape from this hustle and bustle. You then consciously choose a quiet holiday and, of course, this is most easily found at a quiet camp site.

This winter, we're getting back into the swing of renewals for the 2021 season. Below we tell you what to expect, among other things:

• Four new 4-person rental chalets de Luxe (numbers 123, 125, 126 and 127) including a (partially) covered veranda, a luxury outdoor set and luxury box spring beds
• Two extra luxurious new 6-person rental chalets de luxe (numbers 95 and 124) with, among other things, two bathrooms, a (partially) covered veranda, a luxurious outdoor set and an extra premium furnished interior with more space.
• Four comfort pitches will have luxury private sanitary facilities. These are numbers 28, 29, 30 and 31.

With these innovations, camping de Berken remains a beautiful family campsite in Drenthe with spacious camping pitches and luxury chalets and mobile homes. Because of the new rental chalets even more guests can enjoy our spacious campsite.

Camping de Berken is closed in the months between 1 October and 1 April. But even during the months we are open, it can sometimes be cold. Want to make sure you don't get cold during cold days/nights? Then follow our tips to at least not get too cold during your camping trip:

We can look back on a beautiful and busy season with changing weather. By the way, it is always nice to experience that children don't care about that. They go on adventures anyway, weather or no weather. And if it is too much for them, many campsites also offer indoor activities. We have our indoor playground and craft loft for that and they make good use of it.

Little people love Drenthe. As an exception, we are not referring to the many children who enjoy an unforgettable camping holiday on and around our campsite. No, in this case we are referring to the 'Funnel Beaker People', small people from a distant past who left unique historical traces in Drenthe.

With so many attractions and activities for children, it is not easy to leave our family campsite during your camping holiday. Nevertheless, we recommend it. Because there is a lot to do and discover in our beautiful province and our campsite is the ideal base for that. Do the children balk because they are absorbed in their play with friends? Then treat them to a tasty pancake.