Enjoy the 'Kop van Noord-Holland' in peace and quiet

A sense of calm you don't have to search for, it’s simply there.

⭐ Review score of 8.7/10

Other guests give us an average of 9.0

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2 guests + 0 infants + 0 pets

Seniors

65+

Adults

18-64

Teenagers

12-17

Children

2-11

Infants

0-1

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In peace and quiet

Cycling, walking, and enjoying each other's company in peace and quiet

Midweek stays during the shoulder seasons; the beach quiet and the cycle paths peaceful

A midweek break outside the school holidays. The cycling and walking paths are wonderfully quiet. A delightful bike ride along the West Frisian Sea Dike, returning via the Schoorl Dunes nature reserve, followed by a glass of wine on the bistro terrace. Some of our guests have been coming here for years; they know the park, they know us, and they know each other. That is no coincidence. Recreation Park De Wielen was created for people who don’t want to hear "peace and quiet" touted as a marketing promise, but simply want to feel it the moment they drive through the gate.

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Beach within cycling distance

A five-kilometre bike ride through dunes and polders.

't Parkhuys café-restaurant on-site

Whether you're after a coffee, a snack, or a pizza, you can always visit 't Parkhuys.

Walking routes starting from the park

Ask for route maps at reception.

Enjoy nature

Dunes, forests, polders, and blooming bulb fields.

Accommodation for couples

For couples, we recommend our chalets and bungalows that sleep up to four people.

For the whole family there is plenty to do

Don't get bored for a moment

DAY 1

Arrival and first attempt pool

Check-in from 15:00, key, welcome basket, map of the park.

Children will find the pool within ten minutes. Groceries can be delivered in advance by Albert Heijn Schagen, will be ready in the chalet upon arrival. In the evening at Eetcafe 't Parkhuys: children's menu for the little ones, a little wine for yourself.

DAY 2

Tulip Fields, Anna Paulowna, and Breezand

An early start by bike toward Anna Paulowna (10 km). The fields are in full bloom in May; the hyacinths are past their peak, but the tulips are still in bloom. Our tip: ride the loop clockwise so you’ll have the wind at your back on the way back. Lunch at Café De Wielenburg in Sint Maarten.

DAY 3

West Frisian Omringdijk, a section

One of the most beautiful cycling routes in North Holland, 126 km in total, but you don’t have to do the whole thing. Take the Schagen → Hoorn section (40 km one way) and take the train back. Or a shorter 25-km loop for those who prefer a more leisurely ride. Stop for lunch in Wervershoof along the way.

DAY 4

Alkmaar Cheese Market

A 30-minute drive. Friday morning is the official cheese market, but Alkmaar is already lively on Thursday—less crowded, but just as beautiful. A combination of Waagplein, the Stedelijk Museum, and lunch on a terrace along the canal. Back at the park around 4:00 p.m. for a nap.

DAY 5

Petten Beach, Walking, and Silence

It’s a twelve-minute drive to Petten aan Zee. The beach is wide and almost empty in the spring. You can easily take a long walk along the beach—an hour and a half in one direction is definitely doable. Afterward, enjoy a coffee at Brasserie Igluu Petten, which features a modern chef and fine wines. In the evening, head back to the campground for a quiet night.

DAY 6

Texel, or just doing absolutely nothing

For those who still have energy left: a day on Texel. Drive to Den Helder (25 minutes), take the ferry (20 minutes), visit the Ecomare seal sanctuary, and have lunch in De Koog. It’s a long day. For those who prefer some peace and quiet: a book on the terrace, the second half of the West Frisian Omringdijk bike route, or the pool all to yourself.

DAY 1

Departure, coffee, key, goodbye

No rush—check-out is until 10:30. Our regular midweek guests often enjoy one last cup of coffee on the Parkhuys terrace before they leave. We look forward to seeing you again; if you’re considering a return visit, ask at the front desk about our off-season offer.

Beach within biking distance

Five kilometers by bike through dunes and polders. The kids enjoy the ride as much as the destination.

Eatery 't Parkhuys, just on the park

Grab your own fresh Nespresso coffee, fresh strawberries, a cooling drink, cookies, ice cream or any of the other fresh produce.

Playground at the park

Slides, swings, climbing frame, sandbox. Central enough that you can supervise from your patio.

Golf

Play golf in the Kop van Noord-Holland - close, green and varied

Schagen and cheese market at ten minutes

Thursday mornings in summer: traditional cheese market with porters in costume. An outing that surprises - even children.

Don't get bored for a moment at the park

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What do other vacationers think of our park?

Check out other guests' reviews:

Arianne B.

Stayed at Villa aan 't Wiel

"What a beautiful house, super complete, spacious, feels luxurious, nicely decorated and everything is there, nice beds, nice that spices, oil etc. is present in the kitchen, we had a wonderful time!"

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Biancha J.

Stayed in Holiday home 77

"Beautiful cottage. Luxurious kitchen and bathroom. Nice decor with African theme. Very nice enclosed garden with several seating areas. Also a canopy where you can sit lovely..."

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Hans V.

Stayed in Chalet 550

"Chalet was well cared for, fully equipped and quickly warm in December. There was even a Senseo coffee pod machine in addition to the coffee filter machine. When we had a question we got a quick and good response..."

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Hilde H.

Stayed in Holiday home 85

"It was really great! Beautiful house, on the edge of the park which we really liked. The view is phenomenal and the interior of the house beautiful. We really enjoyed it!"

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