Boscamping Zwanemeer

The coolest campsite in the Netherlands!

The clearest way into the universe is through a forest wilderness

- John Muir

In need of relaxation? Come to Boscamping Zwanemeer and press pause on the world around you. Hike, cycle, mountain bike, or simply enjoy the peace. At our campsite, you camp among the trees in the beautiful forest called Zwanemeerbos. Not a camping enthusiast? No worries, you can book one of our accommodations such as a furnished tent or the forest hut. Our forest campsite is located just outside the village of Gieten on an elongated sand ridge called the Drentse Hondsrug. A place to unwind and enjoy nature in the authentic province of Drenthe.

The forest campsite for children

All 200 spacious camping pitches are car-free. This means that children can play safely! There is plenty to see, do, and experience at the campsite, even for the little campers. Each camping field has a small playground for children – a paradise for playing in nature! And don't forget restaurant Brasserie 't Boshuys, the place to meet. In the high season, the animation team organizes various adventurous activities. Right next to our forest campsite is the heated outdoor swimming pool.

Forest campsite

Whether you want to camp in Drenthe in a tent or caravan, or even if you have a real hippie bus, you are warmly welcome at our forest campsite in Drenthe! And feel free to bring your faithful four-legged friend. All our camping pitches are approximately 100m² and are nestled among the trees.

Outdoor swimming pool

In the forest next to the campsite, you will find a swimming pool with a competition pool, a moderately deep recreation pool with a current, and a giant water slide. For the little ones, there is a toddler pool. Fun fact, as a tourist guest of Boscamping Zwanemeer, you can swim in the pool unlimited for free.

Our story

We are twin sisters Leonie Vorenkamp and Renee Vorenkamp. It has always been our dream to start our own guest accommodation. Since 2022, we have been the owners of the campsite and we want to transform it into Boscamping Zwanemeer. A special place among the trees in the forest called Zwanemeerbos.